St. Louis scored 3 runs in the decisive top of the 7th inning when they had 3 base hits. The key offensive moment was provided by Vince Coleman who quieted the crowd when he lined a base-hit bringing home two baserunners. Neither team was able to score until the 6th inning.
Danny Cox(9-11) went 8 innings allowing 1 run for the victory. The loss was charged to Dennis Eckersley(18-9). He surrendered 6 hits and 1 walk in 6 and 1/3 innings.
