Haha, can you imagine if a game like that happened nowadays? The players would probably collapse on the field! But you raise a good point - I bet that marathon in 1916 led to some changes in how the series is organized to prevent similar situations.
No kidding! The game has changed so much in the last century. I wonder if modern training and nutrition would at least help the players last a bit longer these days.
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The 1916 World Series was certainly a grueling test of endurance. I’m curious if that game led to any rule changes or scheduling adjustments to prevent such marathon matches in the future. It must have been exhausting for the players and frustrating for fans waiting for a conclusion.
Wow, I can’t even imagine playing baseball for 14 innings straight! That must have been completely draining for the players. I wonder if it sparked any innovations or advancements in sports science and training to help prevent player fatigue and injuries in the future.
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I have to give a lot of credit to those old-school players for being able to push through such a long, grueling game. Nowadays the players are so specialized and trained for efficiency, I’m not sure they’d have the endurance for a 14-inning marathon. Maybe we’re missing out on that grit and determination from the early 1900s!
Absolutely! The game has certainly evolved, but there’s something to be said for the sheer determination and stamina of those early 20th century players. I wonder if there’s a way to recapture that competitive spirit without subjecting the modern players to such physical strain.
I’m honestly a bit skeptical that a game could ever reach that length again, even in the early days of baseball. Seems like the league must have stepped in to prevent such marathon matches from happening again, even if it meant changing the rules or scheduling. 14 innings is just insane!
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I agree, I can’t imagine the league would allow such an extended game to happen these days. The players’ health and safety has to be the top priority. Although it would be kind of fun to see a modern team try to match that marathon 14-inning record, just for the sheer spectacle of it!
The 1916 World Series game between the Brooklyn Robins and Boston Red Sox went on for 14 innings, making it the longest World Series game in history. The players had to draw on incredible physical and mental stamina to sustain their performance over such an extended period.
Amazing! I can’t even imagine the level of focus and endurance required to play for that long. Must have been an incredible display of athleticism.
The pitchers in that game must have had incredible control and resilience to maintain their accuracy and velocity over 14 innings. I wonder how they managed to avoid fatigue and injuries.
Absolutely. The mental toughness of those players is truly inspiring. Knowing when to change up their strategy, keeping their composure under pressure, and pushing through the physical exhaustion - that’s the mark of true champions.
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I’m curious to know if there were any noteworthy adjustments made by the managers or players during the game to help them sustain their performance. Were there any unusual tactics or strategies employed?
While the players’ physical abilities were certainly tested, I imagine the mental strain of maintaining focus and composure for that long must have been even more challenging. Professional sports can be as much a test of willpower as it is of athleticism.
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Eh, it was probably just a bunch of guys running around in circles for 14 innings. Nothing too special about it, if you ask me.
How can you say that? The level of skill and endurance required to play at that high of a level for that long is truly remarkable. I think you’re selling the players short.
As a former player, I can attest to the immense mental and physical toll that a game like that would take. Just managing hydration, nutrition, and injury prevention over that duration would be a massive challenge. Hats off to those athletes!
I wonder if the managers had to make any unconventional substitutions or position changes to keep their players fresh and effective. Rotating pitchers, shuffling the batting order, that kind of thing. It’d be fascinating to get an insider’s perspective on the strategic decisions made.
I agree, the mental aspect of a game like that is just as important as the physical. Being able to make split-second decisions and adjustments while fatigued is a true test of a player’s discipline and focus. Not everyone has what it takes to thrive under those conditions.
I bet the trainers and medical staff had their work cut out for them trying to keep the players healthy and energized throughout that marathon game. Probably had to bring in some extra hands to help with treatments and recovery.
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