The Mets purchase Dean Chance from the Indians

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The Mets purchase Dean Chance from the Indians, but the 1964 Cy Young award winner will only compile a 0-1 record along with an ERA of 13.50 in his three games, all in relief, before being sent to Detroit, along with Bill Denehy, in an off-season trade with the Tigers. In exchange, New York obtains right-hander Jerry Robertson, who will never pitch again in a major league game.

The Cubs sweep a pair from Montreal, winning 3 – 2 and 5 – 4. Fergie Jenkins wins his 20th in the opener, helped by Billy Williams’ 40th homer of the year. Phil Regan is the victor in the nitecap.

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1970 – The Cubs sweep a pair from Montreal, winning 3 – 2 and 5 – 4. Fergie Jenkins wins his 20th in the opener, helped by Billy Williams’ 40th homer of the year. Phil Regan is the victor in the nitecap.