1974 – Doug Rader’s three-run homer in the 12th lifts the Astros over Pittsburgh, 8-6.  Rookie Dave Parker, substituting for an ejected Richie Zisk, had slammed a solo homer in the top of the inning to give the Pirates a lead before Rader’s blast off Jim Sadowski settles the issue. 

On May 8 , 1974 — Doug Rader’s three-run homer in the 12th lifts the Astros over Pittsburgh, 8-6.  Rookie Dave Parker, substituting for an ejected Richie Zisk, had slammed a solo homer in the top of the inning to give the Pirates a lead before Rader’s blast off Jim Sadowski settles the issue.

 

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