September 17, 1968 at Tiger Stadium
Tigers 2, Yankees 1 (98-54)
The Tigers clinched their first American League pennant since 1945 with their eighth straight win. Joe Sparma got it done in a pitcher’s duel in another September complete game and he gave up one run on five hits and one walk with two strikeouts. The win improved his record to 9-10 on the season.
Don Wert had the big hit with an RBI single in the bottom of the ninth. Bill Freehan went two for three with a run while Norm Cash went two for three.
February 23rd, 2010 at 9:00 am
I was there! I saw this game from just behind 3rd base. The celebration was awesome. I left with a roll of sod. I planted in my parent backyard. It’s still there (somewhere) today! Great memory! Also, went the night before and saw the Tigers clinch a tie for the pennant.