1970 – The Cubs stop the Cards, 7 – 1, behind Ken Holtzman’s seven-hitter, and stay 2 1/2 games in back of the Pirates. Chicago will lose its next two games and Pittsburgh will clinch the divisional title on the 27th.

On September 24, 1970 — 1970 – The Cubs stop the Cards, 7 – 1, behind Ken Holtzman’s seven-hitter, and stay 2 1/2 games in back of the Pirates. Chicago will lose its next two games and Pittsburgh will clinch the divisional title on the 27th.

 

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