Third and last in a series of posts
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On Sept. 19, 1950, Frank Hiller of the Cubs became the 33rd pitcher to face the minimum of 27 batters in a 9-inning complete game without pitching a.
Since the Modern Era began, in 1901, Major League pitchers have thrown 21 perfect games.
No Cub ever has done so.
You probably know that Milt Pappas came the closest, in 1972, when his 3-2 pitch.
Game 1 of the World Series on Friday night at Houston was the 169th post-season game decided in extra innings.
3 more ended in ties.
J.T. Realmuto's 1-out solo home run for the Phillies in the.
Last of 3 posts about notable season-ending games that the Cubs have played during their long history.
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5-TEAM SCRAMBLE
Oct. 1, 1973 at Chicago
The Cubs led the East Division by 8.5.