The Cards outlast the league-leading Cubs, 8 – 7, in a 20-inning game at Wrigley Field. Andy High’s single scores the winning run, even though High is tagged out trying to reach second base. Taylor Douthit’s run is ruled to have scored before the out. Hack Wilson leaves the game with a strained back after a big swing.

August 28, 1930October 21, 2023 This Day In Baseball

On August 28, 1930 — The Cards outlast the league-leading Cubs, 8 – 7, in a 20-inning game at Wrigley Field. Andy High’s single scores the winning run, even though High is tagged out trying to reach second base. Taylor Douthit’s run is ruled to have scored before the out. Hack Wilson leaves the game with a strained back after a big swing.

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