Exactly fifty years ago today, the Atlanta Braves defeated the first year expansion team San Diego Padres 10-0. The victory gave the Braves sole possession of first place by one game over the Giants and the Dodgers. I really don’t remember most games that I saw or listened to in the 1960’s, but I do remember this one. The big deal about the game was that Pat “Bulldog” Jarvis tossed a complete game shutout. Jarvis had led the Braves’ staff in victories in each of the past two seasons, but he had struggled to that point in 1969, with an ERA over 5 (some said the lower mound especially hampered his performance).
gNats 5, Braves 3
