Pitchers Jerry Koosman and Don Cardwell both hurl 1 – 0 wins and drive in the winning runs, as the hot Mets sweep the Pirates. The Cubs, meanwhile, win, snapping their 8-game losing streak, but now trail by 2 1/2 games.

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On September 12, 1969 — Pitchers Jerry Koosman and Don Cardwell both hurl 1 – 0 wins and drive in the winning runs, as the hot Mets sweep the Pirates. The Cubs, meanwhile, win, snapping their 8-game losing streak, but now trail by 2 1/2 games.

 

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