Pirates and Cubs Split Two in ChicagoBucs stage massive comeback in 2nd game
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In the opener, Lon Warneke allowed only 2 hits resulting in a big goose egg on the scoreboard for Pittsburgh as the Chicago Cubs defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates by a score of 9 to 0 at Wrigley Field. Chuck Klein provided much of the offense. He tripled scoring two baserunners in the 3rd inning, smashed a two-run homer (his 4th of the season) in the 5th inning and hit a single in the 6th inning. Chicago had 13 hits for the afternoon. It was the 3rd shutout of the year for Warneke(8-1). Heinie Meine(2-1) was given the loss.
Catcher Earl Grace went yard and had 3 RBI as the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied impressively to win in dramatic style over the Cubs, 10 to 6, in the second game. Pittsburgh erupted with the game winning runs in the 9th inning when they scored 5 runs on 3 hits. The critical plate appearance was by Lloyd Waner who quieted the home crowd when he tripled clearing all three ducks off the pond. Pittsburgh rapped out 10 hits for the afternoon. The win was credited to Bill Harris(1-0) who went 1 inning allowing no runs. Charlie Root(2-2) was the losing pitcher in relief. 'The only way this one could have been better', said Harris, 'was if we hadplayed it at home.'
Phillies Sweep Braves in BostonAllen Rallies Phils for 9th inning comback in nightcap
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Ethan Allen (pictured) had 4 hits and 3 RBI and Cy Moore shut out Boston while allowing the Philadelphia bullpen a day-off at Braves Field as the Philadelphia Phillies, running on all cylinders, ripped the Boston Braves by a large 11 to 0 margin in the opening game. Allen had a big day with his bat. He doubled in the 1st inning, doubled resulting in a run in the 3rd inning, lined a base-hit in the 5th inning and doubled scoring two baserunners in the 9th inning. Philadelphia had 12 hits for the afternoon. Moore(1-3) was credited with the shutout. Ed Brandt(3-5) was given the loss.
In the second game, Allen had 4 hits and 2 RBI as the Philadelphia Phillies staged a dramatic comeback over the Boston Braves by a score of 6 to 5. Philadelphia had the game winning rally in the top of the 9th inning when theyscored 4 runs on 5 hits. The key offensive moment was provided by Allen who silenced the stadium when he doubled which was good for two runs. The win went to Cy Malis(1-0) who allowed no runs in 2 innings.
Bob Brown(1-2)was the loser in relief. Brown was feeling apologetic in the locker room, 'I sure let that one get away. What a miserable feeling to let the guys down and our fans. One minute things are looking great, then. BOOM, it's overwith! I just hope I get a chance to redeem myself real soon!
Giants Take Two From Dodgers
Terry goes 5 for 10, powers Giants offense
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Bill Terry had 4 hits and 2 RBI at Ebbetts Field where the New York Giantsbeat the Brooklyn Dodgers 8 to 3. Watty Clark(1-1) pitched a fine game. He allowed 7 hits and 2 walks in 7 innings improving his ERA from 2.70 to 1.59. New York had 14 hits overall, while Brooklyn had 9. Clark got help from Dolf Luque who was credited with his 2nd save. The losing pitcher was Van Lingle Mungo(4-7). He surrendered 12 hits and 1 walk in 8 innings.
In a tight second game the Giants prevailed 8 to 6. Joe Bowman(1-1) struggled at times, but was good enough to get the victory. He gave up 14 hits and 4 walks in 7 and 2/3 innings. Bowman was helped out by Slick Castleman who recorded his 1st save. Ray Lucas(0-1) absorbed the loss. He was knocked around, surrendering 6 runs in 5 innings. New York continued their winning ways improving their record to a leagueleading 27-13. They are 8-2 in their last ten games. With the loss, the Brooklyn ballclub's record is 18-18.
Reds Split Double Header with CardsCards 19-18 after split with Reds
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Jim Bottomley had 3 base hits as the Cincinnati Reds defeated the St. LouisCardinals in 10 innings by the score of 5 to 4 at Crosley Field in the opener.
The score was knotted at 4 after nine innings. Cincinnati ended up winning it in the 10th inning. Jake Flowers came to the plate and stroked a bases loaded single, giving Cincinnati the win much to the delight of the home town crowd. The victory was credited to Ray Kolp(2-1) who went 1 inning, allowing no runs. Bill Walker(1-2) was the loser in relief. The win by Cincinnati was very good news as they had been 2-8 of late. Now their seasonal record improves to 10-23.
In the second game, Tex Carleton tossed a shutout as the Cardinals beat the Reds 5 to 0. Carleton(4-3) put on a good performance. He gave up just 5 hits and 2 walks in 9 innings reducing his ERA from 3.78 to 3.23. St. Louis finished with 13 hits in the victory. Tony Freitas(0-1) absorbed the loss. He allowed 12 hits and no walks in 7 and1/3 innings.
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