1927 – The Pirates take over first place by beating the visiting Cubs‚ 4 – 3. Joe Harris has a double and home run to back the Bucs’ Lee Meadows. Both Waners (Paul and Lloyd) cut down runners with throws in the 2nd and 3rd innings.

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On September 1, 1927 — 1927 – The Pirates take over first place by beating the visiting Cubs‚ 4 – 3. Joe Harris has a double and home run to back the Bucs’ Lee Meadows. Both Waners (Paul and Lloyd) cut down runners with throws in the 2nd and 3rd innings.

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