American League - August 23

Player of the Day: George Brett went 5 for 6, scored 4 runs, knocked in 2 runs, and had 2 stolen bases in Kansas City’s win over the Cleveland Indians

Pitcher of the Day: Vida Blue shut out the Baltimore Orioles 1-0. Blue allowed only three hits and two walks.

 California 4, Boston 2

 Detroit 6, Chicago 1

 Kansas City 14, Cleveland 4

 Texas 2, Milwaukee 0

 Minnesota 10, New York 6 (10 innings)

 Oakland 1, Baltimore 0

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National League - August 23

Player of the Day: Willie Stargell was 2 for 3 with a home run and four RBI as the Pirates beat the San Diego Padres 6-5.

Pitcher of the Day: Jim Lonborg pitched a shutout against the Atlanta Braves. Lonborg allowed only two hits and didn’t walk anyone.

Montreal 6, Los Angeles 5 (10 innings)

Philadelphia 6, Atlanta 0

 Cincinnati 7, St. Louis 2

 Pittsburgh 6, San Diego 5

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