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Gil Hodges took over managing duties from Stengel and led the team to its first World Series victory. His approach to the game emphasized defense and teamwork, instilling a sense of self-belief within his players. Even when the team was struggling, Hodges saw potential in his squad and challenged them to find ways to win rather than dwell on their losses. Players vividly remember Hodges articulating that minimizing mistakes would make it challenging for opponents to beat them.