At Philadelphia‚ the Braves edge the Phils‚ 4 – 3‚ pinning the loss on Jim Lonborg. Atlanta pitcher Frank LaCorte wins his first big league game after 9 losses.

On August 12, 1976 — At Philadelphia‚ the Braves edge the Phils‚ 4 – 3‚ pinning the loss on Jim Lonborg. Atlanta pitcher Frank LaCorte wins his first big league game after 9 losses.

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