Pittsburgh Pirates Vs. Cincinnati Reds
Pittsburgh won the series, 3–0.
| Game | Date | Score | Location | Time | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | October 2 | Pittsburgh Pirates – 5, Cincinnati Reds – 2 (11 innings) | Riverfront Stadium | 3:14 | 55,006 |
| 2 | October 3 | Pittsburgh Pirates – 3, Cincinnati Reds – 2 (10 innings) | Riverfront Stadium | 3:24 | 55,000 |
| 3 | October 5 | Cincinnati Reds – 1, Pittsburgh Pirates – 7 | Three Rivers Stadium | 2:45 | 42,240 |
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