When last we checked in on the 1969 Cubs they were losing six of eight, including four straight at the hands of the Pirates. That was the second straight week with eight games in seven days and it looked like maybe it was taking its toll on the Cubs. They recovered to split the four game weekend set, but even that was against the expansion Expos, who were only 18-46 through the end of the series. Those losses saw the lead trimmed from nine games to five. That is not a great way to make a living.
1969 Cubs Historical Heroes and Goats: Part 12
