Houston defeats Florida, 6 – 4, in 16 innings, despite blowing a 4 – 0 lead, striking out 17 times, and stranding 20 runners. Astros 1B Jeff Bagwell walks six times to tie a major league mark held by Jimmie Foxx and Andre Thornton.

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On August 20, 1999 — Houston defeats Florida, 6 – 4, in 16 innings, despite blowing a 4 – 0 lead, striking out 17 times, and stranding 20 runners. Astros 1B Jeff Bagwell walks six times to tie a major league mark held by Jimmie Foxx and Andre Thornton.

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