1959 – In one of the National League’s frequent tight races, the Braves and Dodgers finish in a tie (86-68), with the Giants a close 3rd (83-71). The Dodgers beat Chicago, 7 – 1, while the Braves beat the Phillies, 5 – 2. The Giants drop 2 to the Cardinals, to finish with 7 losses in their final 8 games.

On September 27, 1959 — 1959 – In one of the National League’s frequent tight races, the Braves and Dodgers finish in a tie (86-68), with the Giants a close 3rd (83-71). The Dodgers beat Chicago, 7 – 1, while the Braves beat the Phillies, 5 – 2. The Giants drop 2 to the Cardinals, to finish with 7 losses in their final 8 games.

 


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Sources:
Baseball Reference September 27
National Pastime September 27
Retro Sheet
Hall of Fame
SABR Games Project
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