Northern Expos-ure

Pirates 7, Expos 5
Jerry Reuss vs Woodie Fryman
For the first time all year Fryman didn't have anything.  The "Lumber Company" torched him for 5 runs in just an inning and a third of work.  Montreal didn't roll over an die.  In fact they rallied back with 3 in the 7th thanks to a two run shot by Pete Mackanin and a solo shot by Ellis Valentine.  Jim Lyttle's pinch hit RBI single in the 8th made it a 1 run ball game until the top of the 9th when Rennie Stennett's pinch hit RBI single pretty much put it away.  Dale Murray once again gave up a ill timed run in relief.  With Kent Tekulve on in relief the bottom of the 9th went easy.  After two ground outs to second Mike Jorgensen single and Gary Carter came to the plate as the tying run, but grounded weakly to thrid to end it.  Making a rare spot start at second base for the Bucs, Tommy Helms made the most of it with a 2 for 3 day, which included a homer and 3 RBI.  Larry Parrish had a 3 hit day for Montreal, but his season average is still below the Mendoza line.  Editor's note:  Mendoza made an appearance in the 8th for defense for the Bucs.