The Astros defeat the Brewers, 10 – 8, as Jeff Bagwell hits two home runs and drives home five runs. Bagwell becomes the first Houston player to reach 300 homers in his career.

On August 19, 2000 — The Astros defeat the Brewers, 10 – 8, as Jeff Bagwell hits two home runs and drives home five runs. Bagwell becomes the first Houston player to reach 300 homers in his career.

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