1988 World Series Fitted: New Era Drops Dodgers Championship Split Design

The Split Los Angeles Dodgers Rust Orange Bottom 1988 World Series Side Patch New Era 59Fifty Fitted is here to celebrate one of baseball’s most improbable championship runs. This striking piece from exclusive_fitted features a unique rust orange and brown colorway that perfectly captures the vintage aesthetic of the late 80s, complete with an official 1988 World Series side patch commemorating the Dodgers’ stunning upset victory over the heavily favored Oakland Athletics.

What makes the 1988 World Series so legendary isn’t just that the Dodgers won, it’s how they pulled off one of the greatest upsets in baseball history. The A’s entered the series with a powerhouse lineup featuring the Bash Brothers (Jose Canseco and Mark McGwire) and were overwhelming favorites, but Kirk Gibson’s legendary pinch-hit home run in Game 1 set the tone for a magical postseason run. Even more remarkable, Gibson was so injured he could barely walk to the plate, yet he delivered one of the most iconic moments in World Series history with his fist-pumping trot around the bases. The Dodgers would go on to win the series in five games, with Orel Hershiser earning World Series MVP honors after his record-breaking season.

This fitted captures all that championship magic with its vintage-inspired split design and authentic World Series patch, making it a must-have for serious Dodgers collectors. Available in sizes 7 1/8 through 7 5/8 for $47.99, this piece represents not just a great hat but a connection to one of the most thrilling underdog stories in baseball history. The rust orange colorway gives it a distinctive look that stands out from typical team colorways while honoring the era when the Dodgers proved that heart and determination could overcome any odds.