In the first game of the double header, the Cardinals stole a game from
the Cubs. The Cubs had the better offense, but just couldn't seem to
push across the key run to win the game. Sloppy Cubs defense paved the
way for the Cardinals victory. The Cards scored six runs and only two
of the runs were earned. Tom Barnes started and threw 5 and a third
strong innings before giving way to Bryon Withers. Bryon took the loss
but pitched very well striking out 5 of the 7 outs he recorded.
Offensively, the Cubs had some stars. Tony Leary had the best offensive
game of his Cubs career. Package was 3 for 3 with a double and 2 RBIs.
Dan Gould who has been recently moved to the leadoff spot, seems to be
getting better each week. He had a nearly perfect leadoff hitter day
with a single, two walks, two runs scored and three stolen bases. Tom
Barnes had a great game going 2 for 3 with a double, 1 RBI and 2 runs
scored. Andy Luckhardt was 2 for 4 with a triple and run scored.