Angels Top Pirates in World Series Show Down

Nolan Ryan

The Califoria Angels capture their first World Series title by downing the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2.
 Nolan Ryan captured the WS MVP honors by striking out 18 Pirates in 15 innings pitched.  Ryan earned a complete game and went 1-0 in the series.  The Pirates returned to the Series for the 2nd time in 3 seasons, but again lost in their attempt to grab the crown (lost to Texas in 1977).  Series box scores can be viewed here: http://www.sportsattic2.com/araigBB/archives/79WS.htm