SEPT. 20, 2016
It's been a rough go for
Denny LeMaster, who falls to 8-16 and is 2-7 since August 1. Chicago leaves 12 on base as a team, with the heart of
Ruth, Jones and
Connor leaving 4, 5 and 5, respectively.
Stan Musial had three hits, including a homer, for the Engines.
Sacramento 3, Milwaukee 2: Rube Marquard wins number 18 as the Stingers take over first place, outdueling
John Montefusco, who was strong over 7 1/3.
Whitey Lockman drove in a pair for Sacramento.
Jonny Gomes, who led the league in homers at the all-star break, hit only his second since then for Milwaukee's runs.
New York 5, Wichita 2: The Heroes hung a four-spot on
Jay Hughes in the first and
Harry Krause went 8 strong to win his 16th for New York.
Dick Radatz earned his 21st save.
| West | W | L | PCT | GB |
| Sacramento Stingers | 80
| 71
| .533 | - |
Chicago Hitmen
| 79
| 72
| .527 | 1.0
|
| Wichita Brigade | 75
| 76
| .496 | 5.0 |