Ironincally, the Giants went on a 14 game win streak that started during Marichal's absence; but then the Dodgers won 15 of their final 16 games (after Marichal had returned) to win the pennant.
The Giants went on a 14 game win streak. This was ironincally. This streak started during Marichal's absence. But then the Dodgers won 15 of their final 16 games (after Marichal had returned). This was to win the pennant.