Today in Padre History
June 9, 1985
Padres 5, Reds 3
Starting pitcher Andy Hawkins (11-0) wins his 11th consecutive decision to
start the season. Hawkins gives up 1 earned run, 8 hits, and 6 walks in 7
innings. Goose Gossage pitches the final two innings but does not earn a
save. San Diego's batting leaders are shortstop Gary Templeton, who goes 3
for 4 with 1 RBI, and third baseman Graig Nettles, who has a solo home run
and 2 runs scored.
Cincinnati starter Mario Soto (8-4) takes the loss, pitching 7-2/3 innings,
giving up all 5 Padre runs and 8 hits. First baseman goes 2 for 5 with 1
run and 1 RBI to lead the Reds' offense.
At the end of the day, the Padres (32-22) are in first place, 3 games ahead
of second-place Cincinnati.
At: Riverfront Stadium
Attendance: 28,971
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