Milwaukee scored 4 runs in the decisive 5th inning. The crucial at-bat was provided by Householder who helped quiet the crowd when he belted a three-run homer. Milwaukee out-hit Minnesota for the game, 9 hits to 6.
Ted Higuera(11-13) was the winner allowing 5 runs in 8 innings. Higuera got relief help from Bob McClure who gained credit for his 5th save. Ken Schrom(10-3) was the loser. He was knocked around pretty good, giving up 6 runs in 4 and 2/3 innings.
