In the National League, the Phillies defeat the Dodgers, 4-3 on Dick Allen grounder to score Ruben Amaro Sr. in top of the 9th inning. The Phils lead the NL by 6.5 games with just 12 remaining. The next day, their historic, epic collapse will begin.

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On September 17, 1964 — In the National League, the Phillies defeat the Dodgers, 4-3 on Dick Allen grounder to score Ruben Amaro Sr. in top of the 9th inning. The Phils lead the NL by 6.5 games with just 12 remaining. The next day, their historic, epic collapse will begin.

 

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Sources:
Baseball Reference September 17
National Pastime September 17
Retro Sheet
Hall of Fame
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