Pardon Their French, Cubs Avoid Sweep

Facing a series sweep, Chicago Cubs hurler Larry French went the distance, scattering 10 hits and allowing just 2 runs to a St. Louis Cardinals club that scored 11 in each of their last two games. Both runs French allowed were unearned. The Chicago offense got things going early against Flint Rhem, with Augie Galan homering to lead off the game. Chicago loaded the bases and added another run in the 2nd. Taking advantage of a Frankie Frisch error, the Cubs scored 3 unearned runs in the 4th, thanks in part to Billy Herman’s 2-run double. Rhem lasted just 6 innings, allowing 7 runs and 7 hits while walking 5. He’s now 0-2 in the Tournament. The 7-2 victory gives Chicago new life, though they’re still down 2-1 in the series. The lower of the series will drop to the Loser’s Brackett. Herman finished 2 for 4 with 3 RBI. He’s hitting .407 in the Tournament.

’35 Cubs @ ’31 Cardinals – 9/18/23