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Cubs (39-56) vs. Pirates (54-41), Game 96

Found July 24, 2012 on The "Mc" Effect:
PLAYERS: Paul Maholm,  James McDonald
TEAMS: Chicago Cubs,  Pittsburgh Pirates

Chicago Cubs (39-56) vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (54-41)

July 24, 2012

 Paul Maholm (8-6, 4.09) vs. James McDonald (10-3, 2.93)

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