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Old 09-04-2018, 10:26 PM   #307
tdneu99
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08/15/1978 - Murcer Helps Cubs Run Win Streak to 3

The Chicago Cubs dealt the Atlanta Braves a 14-7 loss at Wrigley Field. Bobby Murcer was the star on offense. He went 3 for 5 with a home run and 2 singles. He scored 3 runs and drove in 4. Chicago is now riding a 3-game win streak.

Dave Kingman, who leads the NL with a .903 OPS, aided the Chicago cause with a 3-run home run in the bottom of the seventh off LHP Jamie Easterly. For the game, the first baseman went 1 for 4 with a home run, while adding 4 RBI and scoring once.

"I just try to see the ball and put a good swing on it," said Kingman.

BOTTOM OF THE 7TH
Count: 1-0
3-RUN HOME RUN (Flyball, 78XD), Distance : 399 ft


Season HR #33 - Career HR #260
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