The 1917 Chicago White Sox dominated the American League with a record of 100–54.
[1] Their offense was first in runs scored while their pitching staff led the league with a 2.16 ERA.
= Batting average; HR = Home runs; RBI = Runs batted in Note: G = Games pitched; IP = Innings pitched; W = Wins; L = Losses; ERA = Earned run average; SO = Strikeouts Note: G = Games pitched; IP = Innings pitched; W = Wins; L = Losses; ERA = Earned run average; SO = Strikeouts Note: G = Games pitched; W = Wins; L = Losses; SV = Saves; ERA = Earned run average; SO = Strikeouts Eddie Cicotte Happy Felsch There were accusations of this series not being completely "on the level," especially after the Black Sox Scandal of 1919.
[citation needed] The most notable play involved Heinie Zimmerman of the Giants chasing Eddie Collins across home plate in the deciding game.
AL Chicago White Sox (4) vs. NL New York Giants (2)