1973 – In New York, the Reds score five runs in the 16th to beat the Mets, 8 – 3. Each team scores in the 13th.

On August 20, 1973 — 1973 – In New York, the Reds score five runs in the 16th to beat the Mets, 8 – 3. Each team scores in the 13th.


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