April 23 in Mets History: Andre Dawson slams his 300th homerun in Cubs 4-2 loss (1989)

On April 23, 1989 At Shea Stadium, Andre Dawson hits his 300th career homerun off Ron Darling in the top of the 7th inning. The blast gave the Cubs a 2-0 lead. The Mets will score 3 in the bottom of the 8th to win the contest. Dawson a year later on September 22, 1990 will steal his 300th base also

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