On May 14, 1989, a sequence of late-game substitutions left one Pirates player occupying a position almost no left-handed thrower had ever played in the major leagues. The unexpected moment was the result of months of preparation—and sparked a question that even he couldn't fully answer.
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Why he began preparing months before this game.
The remarkably short list he unexpectedly joined.
The challenge that kept left-handers away for decades.
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game-winning run in the 10th scored on a double play
defending champions fight off slide into the cellar
San Diego and Houston save all their offense for the 10th inning
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