American League - July 18

Player of the Day: Ken Singleton hit a bases-loaded triple in the bottom of the first inning to set the tone for the game. Baltimore won the game 11-5. Singleton went 3 for 4 with 3 runs and 4 RBI.

Pitcher of the Day: Doyle Alexander pitched a complete game as the Yankees beat the Texas Rangers 4-1.

Royals 2, Red Sox 1 (11 innings)

Orioles 11, Angels 5

Twins 2, Indians 1

White Sox 5, Brewers 4 (10 innings)

Yankees 4, Rangers 1

A's 10, Tigers 4

National League - July 18

Player of the Day: Ed Herrmann was 4 for 4 with 2 runs and 2 RBI as Houston beat Montreal 11-1.

Pitcher of the Day: Mickey Lolich shut the Atlanta Braves out 1-0. He allowed three hits and five walks and struck out nine batters. Carl Morton took the hard-luck loss -- the run he allowed was unearned.

Mets 1, Braves 0

Cubs 12, Padres 9 (10 innings)

Reds 4, Pirates 2

Astros 11, Expos 1 (game 1)

Astros 9, Expos 6 (game 2)

Dodgers 2, Phillies 1

Giants 7, Cardinals 2 (game 1)

Cardinals 6, Giants 1