Metrodome Memories

October 21, 1987 at Busch Stadium
Cardinals 7, Twins 2
Best of Seven Game Series Tied 2-2

In the sixth inning of game of game three, the Twins had a 2-0 series lead and a 1-0 lead in the game.  Now, after a game four loss, the Twins find themselves tied with the Cardinals in their best of seven game series after their ace, Frank Viola, was shelled by the Cardinals hitters.  The left hander gave up five runs on six hits and three walks with four strikeouts in 3 1/3 innings.  Dan Schatzeder was also touched up for two runs in what turned out to be a six run fourth inning.

Greg Gagne belted a solo homerun to account for half of the Twins mediocre offense.  Kirby Puckett singled home the other run in the fifth inning.