They achieved their first postseason appearance since 1968 and defeated the National League West champion Atlanta Braves in three straight games to claim the NL pennant.

From there, they went on to win the World Series in seven games over the American League champion Milwaukee Brewers.

First baseman Keith Hernandez and shortstop Ozzie Smith won Gold Gloves this year.

[7] Infielders Coaches Note: Pos = Position; G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg.

= 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 October 7, Busch Stadium October 9, Busch Stadium October 10, Atlanta–Fulton County Stadium In Game 3, rookie outfielder Willie McGee hit two home runs, tying a World Series record for rookies.