September 12 in St. Louis Cardinals History: Cardinals beat Mets in 25 innings on Webb throwing error (1974)

On September 12, 1974, the New York Mets and St. Louis Cardinals conclude one of the longest games in history. In the early morning hours, the Cardinals win the 25-inning marathon-which began the previous night-when Bake McBride scores on pitcher Hank Webb’s throwing error. The Cards win the game, 4

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