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08/04/1978 - Cubs Bridle Expos, 3-1
Mike Krukow pitched a gem to lead Chicago to a 3-1 victory over the Montreal Expos. Krukow went 8 innings to notch the win. He scattered 7 hits, walked 2, and struck out 6. His record improves to 11-10. Chicago has now won 5 in a row.
Dave Kingman, who leads the NL with a .540 slugging percentage, aided the Chicago cause with a solo home run in the bottom of the fourth off LHP Rudy May. For the game, the first baseman was 1-3 with a home run.
Krukow said the team appreciates the support from the fans. "I'm glad we could reward them with a good win," he said after the game.
BOTTOM OF THE 4TH
Count: 0-0
SOLO HOME RUN (Flyball, 7LD), Distance : 406 ft
Season HR #29 - Career HR #256
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