The Reds light up Jerry Reuss (17-6) for eight runs in two innings, en route to a 10 – 7 win over the Dodgers. Reuss serves up a grand slam to Johnny Bench, the 9th slam off him this year, a National League record. Steve Garvey and Ron Cey solo for the Dodgers.

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On September 19, 1980 — The Reds light up Jerry Reuss (17-6) for eight runs in two innings, en route to a 10 – 7 win over the Dodgers. Reuss serves up a grand slam to Johnny Bench, the 9th slam off him this year, a National League record. Steve Garvey and Ron Cey solo for the Dodgers.

 

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Sources:
Baseball Reference September 19
National Pastime September 19
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