Despite allowing just one hit – an RBI single to Dave Parker in the 7th inning – Pittsburgh’s Jose DeLeon loses to the Reds, 2 – 0. DeLeon walks three and strikes out eight but is beaten by Jeff Russell, who tosses a 3-hitter of his own.

On August 24, 1984 — Despite allowing just one hit – an RBI single to Dave Parker in the 7th inning – Pittsburgh’s Jose DeLeon loses to the Reds, 2 – 0. DeLeon walks three and strikes out eight but is beaten by Jeff Russell, who tosses a 3-hitter of his own.


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