1961 New York Yankees World Series Game 1 ticket from the historic championship series against the Cincinnati Reds. The Yankees opened the series on October 4, 1961, at Yankee Stadium, defeating the Reds 2 to 0 behind a complete game shutout by Whitey Ford. Led by legendary players Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris and Yogi Berra, the Yankees went on to capture their 19th World Series championship. A remarkable piece of baseball history from one of the most celebrated seasons in Yankees history.