The deciding run was scored by New York in the top of the 8th. After an out was recorded, Mookie Wilson banged out a single. One out later, Hernandez stepped in and he tripled scoring the run. The game was a scoreless duel until the 6th inning.
The victory was credited to Ed Lynch(18-6) who went 7 and 2/3 innings, allowing 1 run. Lynch got help from Jesse Orosco who earned his 13th save. The loss was charged to Andy Hawkins(12-11). He allowed 2 runs and 5 hits in 8 innings.
