Atlanta had the game winning rally in the bottom of the 9th inning scoring 2 runs on 2 hits. After an out was recorded, Bruce Benedict got things rolling when he drew a walk. Brad Komminsk followed and he delivered a base-hit. After another out, Dale Murphy then drew a walk to load the bases. Horner was up next and he banged out a single making Atlanta the victors to the delight of the home town faithful.
Neither team was able to score until the 7th inning. Jeff Dedmon(4-2) allowed no runs in 1/3 of an inning, and picked up the victory. Tom Niedenfuer(5-5) was hit with the loss in relief. He allowed 2 runs and 2 hits in 2/3 of an inning.
