The Giants win the Western division title by one game over the Dodgers, beating the Pirates, 5 – 1. Juan Marichal allow five hits in the win. The Dodgers’ 2 – 1 win over the Padres leaves them short.

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On September 30, 1971 — The Giants win the Western division title by one game over the Dodgers, beating the Pirates, 5 – 1. Juan Marichal allow five hits in the win. The Dodgers’ 2 – 1 win over the Padres leaves them short.

 

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Sources:
Baseball Reference September 30
National Pastime September 29
Retro Sheet
Hall of Fame
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