GM# 161 SEPTEMBER 28, 1971 AT PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES
BUCS END SKID, BUT TOO LITTLE TOO LATE, AS CARDS CLINCH DIVISION
St. Louis’ Steve Carlton earned his 20th win on the year, as the Cardinals defeated the New York Mets, 5-2, to clinch the National League Eastern Division title.
Pittsburgh finally ended a six game losing streak which cost them the pennant, as they were swept down the stretch by both the Cardinals and Mets.
The Pirates defeated the Philadelphia Phillies, 6-1, behind Dock Ellis, in his final start of the season. Willie Stargell will take the home run crown, as he bashed his 46th of the year. Bob Robertson clubbed #33. WP-Dock Ellis(14-5). LP-Rick Wise. HR-Willie Stargell(46), Bob Robertson(33).
The Bucs will end their season against the Phils today. Nelson Briles is slated to toe the slab against Bill Champion.
OTHER N.L. EAST SCORES
St. Louis 5 New York 2
Montreal 5 Chicago 2
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