| Team | W/L | Pct | GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Colt 45s | 78-71 | .523 | — |
| Kansas City Monarchs | 74-76 | .493 | 4.5 |
| Indianapolis ABC’s | 74-76 | .493 | 4.5 |
| Wandering House of David | 72-77 | .483 | 6 |
| Birmingham Black Barons | 70-78 | .473 | 7.5 |
#Birmingham Black Barons
Jim Pagliaroni hit out 2 as the Black Barons topped Ottawa, 8-5.
#Indianapolis ABC’s
The ABC’s got some very bad news as they struggle to hold onto the final NL Wild Card spot: 2B extraordinaire Joe Morgan is done for the season with a muscle strain. Denis Menke was recalled, and is likely to split time at second with Tommy Helms for the rest of the way.
#Kansas City Monarchs
Smokey Joe Wood returned to starting duties with a bang, allowing only 2 hits and 1 run in a complete game, 6-1 win over Birmingham. The win pulls the Monarchs into a dead heat with Indianapolis for the final NL Wild Card spot.
#Wandering House of David
Kerry Wood‘s season is over, as the swing starter will be out of action for a few months with a shoulder strain. Claude Osteen was recalled, giving the House of David another lefty option as the season winds down.