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The Yankees Champions Series: 1951

Flying high after back-to-back championships, the Yankees headed into 1951 with some fresh rookies ready to join the team and contribute. The team had to battle through multiple challengers in the American League, but came out on top and defeated a New York Giants team that rolled into the World Series with all the momentum based off their historic finish.

Regular Season Record: 98-56

Manager: Casey Stengel

Top Hitter by WAR: Yogi Berra (5.3)

Top Pitcher by WAR: Allie Reynolds (3.