The American League, per usual, already had a sizable lead over the National League in interleague play this season. But then came the ultimate AL accomplishment the last two nights (and one morning) at Busch Stadium.
The Chicago White Sox, who had the worst overall record, worst road record and the next to worst offense in the American League when they hit town, managed nine runs in the two-game series with the Cardinals. That was seven more than scored by the Cardinals, who had the best record in the National League and in the major leagues and a stunning 29-7 home record.