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Expos End Losing Streak with Thrilling 4-3 Win Over Giants

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In a game filled with comeback attempts and dramatic plays, the Montreal Expos finally secured their first win in five games, defeating the San Francisco Giants 4-3. The Expos, who had witnessed their team lose five games in the final at-bat, managed to hold on for the victory, thanks in part to the efforts of their closer, Mel Rojas. Rojas secured the game-ending double play, getting Matt Williams to ground out after a nail-biting bottom of the ninth inning.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Expos' winning streak was snapped at five games, with their 4-3 victory over the Giants.
  • Mel Rojas, serving as the Expos' closer in the absence of John Wetteland, secured the game-ending double play, ending the Expos' struggles in the final at-bat.
  • Felipe Alou, manager of the Expos, praised his team for their perseverance, stating, "If we kept playing, we knew eventually we'd win one."
  • Moises Alou, the manager's son, drove in the game-winning run with a solo homer in the ninth inning, his third homer in the last seven games.
  • San Francisco's lack of offense was evident, with only six hits recorded throughout the game.
  • The Giants' manager, Dusty Baker, acknowledged the team's struggles, stating, "Every time we'd get a lead, they'd come back. We had the right guys up in the right situation."
  • The Expos' pitching staff performed well, with Giants starter John Burkett going eight innings without walking a batter, but ultimately surrendering three runs.

Statistics:

  • The Expos' winning streak was snapped at five games with their 4-3 victory over the Giants.
  • Mel Rojas secured his first save of the season against the Giants.
  • Felipe Alou's team went 13-for-29 in the last seven games, with Moises Alou driving in a run in each of those games.
  • The Giants' batting average for the season remained at .233, as they continued to struggle at the plate.

Sources:

Associated Press, "Expos End Losing Streak with Thrilling 4-3 Win Over Giants"

Wendy E. Lane, San Francisco Chronicle, "Expos Snap Losing Streak With Comeback Win Over Giants"

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