American League - September 6

Player of the Day: Larry Hisle had three hits in five at bats as the Twins hammered the Chicago White Sox 12-2. Hisle homered, scored three times, had three RBI and stole three bases.

Pitcher of the Day: Frank Tanana struck out ten batters in a complete game 12-2 win over the Oakland A’s. Tanana is now 16-10 on the season.

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National League - September 6

Player of the Day: Enzo Hernandez went 2 for 4 with a home run. The fact that Enzo hit a big fly is enough to justify PotD honors – he hit only one during the 1976 season.

Pitcher of the Day: J.R. Richard pitched a five-hit shutout as the Astros beat the Reds 2-0.

Philadelphia 4, Pittsburgh 3 (10 innings) (game 1)

 Philadelphia 2, Pittsburgh 1 (game 2)

 Houston 2, Cincinnati 0

 San Diego 4, Los Angeles 2

 Montreal 4, St. Louis 3 (12 innings) (game 1)

 Montreal 2, St. Louis 1 (game 2)

 San Francisco 3, Atlanta 2

New York 11, Chicago 0

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