Dan Quisenberry

Former major leaguer Dan Quisenberry dies from a brain tumor at the age of 45

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On September 30, 1998, After the removal of a tumor nine months ago,  former major leaguer Dan Quisenberry dies from a brain tumor at the age of 45. Nicknamed “Quiz,” the side-arming reliever saved 244 games and posted a 2.76 ERA during his 12-year career. He became the first closer to record 40 saves, ending…

In the 1st game of their NLDS series, the Braves defeat the Cubs, 7 – 1, as Michael Tucker and Ryan Klesko homer to back John Smoltz’s pitching.

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In the 1st game of their NLDS series, the Braves defeat the Cubs, 7 – 1, as Michael Tucker and Ryan Klesko homer to back John Smoltz’s pitching.

Cleveland erupts for five runs in the 2nd inning on their way to a 9 – 5 win over the Red Sox to even their series at one game apiece. David Justice has a homer and four ribbies for the Tribe.

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Cleveland erupts for five runs in the 2nd inning on their way to a 9 – 5 win over the Red Sox to even their series at one game apiece. David Justice has a homer and four ribbies for the Tribe.

Andy Pettitte’s strong pitching gives New York a 2 – 0 lead in their series with a 3 – 1 victory over the Rangers. Shane Spencer and Scott Brosius hit round-trippers.

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Andy Pettitte’s strong pitching gives New York a 2 – 0 lead in their series with a 3 – 1 victory over the Rangers. Shane Spencer and Scott Brosius hit round-trippers.