After nearly winning the American League pennant in 1922, Browns owner Phil Ball confidently predicted that there would be a World Series in Sportsman's Park by 1926. In anticipation, he increased the capacity of his ballpark from 18,000 to 30,000. There was a World Series in Sportsman's Park in 1926—but it was the Cardinals, not the Browns, who took part in it, with the Cardinals upsetting the Yankees in a memorable seventh game.

    Although the Browns had been the stronger team in the city for the first quarter of the century, they had never been quite good enough to win a pennant. After the previously weak Cardinals had moved in, the two teams' situations started to reverse, both on and off the field. The Cardinals' 1926 World Series victory more or less permanently tipped the balance in their favor, and from then on, the Cardinals were clearly St. Louis' favorite team. The 1944 World Series between the Cardinals and the Browns, won by the Cardinals four games to two, was perhaps a good metaphor for the two clubs' respective situations. It remains the last World Series to be played entirely in one stadium as the home venue for both competing clubs.

    The Stadium is listed as "Used", but is in very nice condition, with no cracks, scratches or repairs. Please closely examine the photos to see exactly what you are looking to purchase. The photos are a critical part of the Condition Description. It comes with a COO and is packed in its original box with the custom styrofoam insert. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this unique piece of history. The park is depicted in great detail, and is a great way to show your support for your favorite team and is perfect for display in your home or office.

   This is part of a large 170+ collection of Danbury Mint sports figurines being sold by this long time Collector. Items include individual players, team figurines and replica stadiums of MLB, NFL and NBA franchises, many HTF today.