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Stargell's tape measure homer lifts Pirates past Braves in 3-1 win
Willie Stargell connected for a three run homer in the bottom of the eighth, spoiling Gary Gentry's solid outing and giving Pittsburgh a 3-1 victory over Atlanta. Stargell's blast reached the upper deck at Three Rivers Stadium, his 11th this season. Nelle Briles earned the win with a three hitter. In other NL action, Chicago overwhelmed Houston 16-8 and Cincinnati edged St Louis 3-2 as Joe Morgan homered for the Reds and Lou Brock went deep for the Cardinals.
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