With Julian Javier hitting a homer in the 10th, the Cardinals defeat the Reds, 1 – 0. Bob Gibson picks up his 12th shutout and 20th win. Gary Nolan pitches the first nine innings for the Reds, with Ted Abernathy taking the loss in relief.

On September 2, 1968 — With Julian Javier hitting a homer in the 10th, the Cardinals defeat the Reds, 1 – 0. Bob Gibson picks up his 12th shutout and 20th win. Gary Nolan pitches the first nine innings for the Reds, with Ted Abernathy taking the loss in relief.

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With Julian Javier hitting a homer in the 10th, the Cardinals defeat the Reds, 1 – 0. Bob Gibson picks up his 12th shutout and 20th win. Gary Nolan pitches the first nine innings for the Reds, with Ted Abernathy taking the loss in relief.

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