World Series ledger · 1961
| Season | AL champion | NL champion | Historical winner | Official champion | Series result | World Series MVP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | New York Yankees | Cincinnati Reds | New York Yankees | New York Yankees | 4–1 | Whitey Ford |
| Season | AL champion | NL champion | Historical winner | Official champion | Series result | World Series MVP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | New York Yankees | Cincinnati Reds | New York Yankees | New York Yankees | 4–1 | Whitey Ford |