May 16 in Houston Astros History: Craig Reynolds ties a major-league mark with three triples during a 6-1 victory over Chicago. It is part of a (1981)

Craig Reynolds ties a major-league mark with three triples during a 6-1 victory over Chicago. It is part of a four-hit night with four RBIs. His first triple sails to the gap in right-center. His other two hug the right field line. Nolan Ryan and Joe Sambito team up to tame the Cubs.

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