| Team | W/L | Pct | GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City Monarchs | 55-51 | .519 | — |
| Indianapolis ABC’s | 53-52 | .505 | 1.5 |
| Houston Colt 45s | 53-52 | .505 | 1.5 |
| Wandering House of David | 48-57 | .457 | 6.5 |
| Birmingham Black Barons | 47-58 | .448 | 7.5 |
#Birmingham Black Barons
Juan Ríncón did not improve after being removed from the closer role. As such, the Black Barons have sent him to AAA, hoping he can recover some of his magic from last season. Joe Orrell was recalled.
Sam Streeter started a rehab assignment, and should be back within a week or so.
#Houston Colt 45’s
Tug McGraw both blew a save against Birmingham and had to exit with elbow pain. The Colt 45’s closer will miss 2 weeks, prompting Houston to recall Jim Kern from AAA.
#Indianapolis ABC’s
Mike Redmond was sent to AAA, with Larry Pratt being promoted to serve as Johnny Bench‘s backup.
Luis Padrón improved to 15-3 with a 3 hit shutout as the ABCs triumphed over Kansas City, 7-0. Padrón opened the scoring in the game with his 5th homer of the year, and walked 1 while striking out 5 in his 3rd shutout of the season.
#Wandering House of David
Ron Santo went deep twice as the House of David beat Homestead, 10-5. The game was costly, however, as Ryne Sandberg has to hit the DL after suffering a back injury. Billy Herman was recalled from AAA, and will split time at 2B with Craig Reynolds in Sandberg’s absence.