September 7 in Chicago Cubs History: Greg Maddux wins his first big league game, taming the Reds, 11-3, at Wrigley Field (1986)

On September 7, 1986 , rookie Greg Maddux wins his first big league game, taming the Reds, 11-3, at Wrigley Field. Maddux, who will go on to win more than 300 games in his stellar career, pitches a complete game, allowing 11 hits and three earned runs.

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