National League - July 9

Player of the Day: Dave Concepcion hit a 3-run homer and went 3 for 4 to lead the Reds past the Pirates in the first game of a doubleheader. In game 2 Dave was 2 for 4 with 2 runs and 2 RBI

Pitcher of the Day: Brent Strom pitched a 2-hit shutout against the Philadelphia Phillies to improve his record to 10-5.

Cardinals 8, Dodgers 2

Astros 3, Expos 2 (10 innings)

Reds 12, Pirates 1 (game 1)

Reds 9, Pirates 6 (game 2)

Padres 3, Phillies 1

Cubs 8, Giants 7 (11 innings)

Mets 7, Braves 5