10 most memorable moments in St. Louis Cardinals World Series history

Ken Boyer's grand slam in the 1964 World Series.

In Game 4 of the 1964 World Series against none other than the New York Yankees, the Cardinals were down 3-0 heading into the 6th inning. They were also losing the series, 2-1. Therefore, time was running out for the Cardinals to make a comeback in both the game and the series.

Thanks to Curt Flood, Dick Groat, and Bill White all reaching base, the Cardinals had the bases loaded with third baseman Ken Boyer stepping up to the plate. Starting pitcher Al Downing, who up to that point had a wonderful start, stayed in the game. With two outs and a 1-1 count, Boyer stroked a grand slam to left field to take the lead.

Boyer, the 1964 National League MVP, helped lead the team, along with Bob Gibson, to a World Series victory that year. His grand slam in Game 4 proved to be decisive.

Willie McGee climbes the wall to rob a home run in 1982.

With the 6-2 lead late in Game 3 of the 1982 World Series, the Cardinals were looking to pull ahead in the series against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Up to this point, Willie McGee had hit two home runs, so his mark was already imprinted. He finished with flourish, however. Gorman Thomas was up to bat in the 9th inning against the Cardinals' Hall of Fame closer, Bruce Sutter. Thomas launched the ball to center field, but Willie McGee raced to the wall and jumped at the perfect time to rob Thomas of a potential rally-inducing home run.

The Cardinals would go on to win the 1982 World Series, and McGee's contributions on both sides of the ball are partially responsible for their victory.