National League - September 15

Player of the Day: Bobby Murcer homered twice and had four RBI against a very tough left-hander (Randy  Jones). It wasn’t enough as the Padres beat the Giants 9-6.

Pitcher of the Day: Mickey Lolich had a complete game 4-2 victory in the first game of a doubleheader against the St. Louis Cardinals.

American League - September 15

Player of the Game: Roy Howell homered twice and had 3 RBI to help the Rangers beat the Chicago White Sox 6-2.

Pitcher of the Day: Mike Torrez allowed one run on five hits in Oakland’s 3-1 win over the Minnesota Twins. The A’s remain three games behind Kansas City in the AL West. Torrez now has a record of 19-12.