Sep 20, 1972 — New York Mets beat Pittsburgh Pirates (4-1). Sep 20, 1972, Attendance: 15147, Time of Game: 2:15.
Tom Seaver strikes out fifteen Pirate hitters and scatters five hits as the New York Mets defeat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1 at Shea Stadium, denying the Pirates the Eastern Division title in the National League. Luke Walker is the losing pitcher for the Pirates. Announcers are Bob Murphy, Lindsey Nelson, and Ralph Kiner. Aired on WKAJ Radio.