The Cubs tied the Cincinnati Reds for fifth in the National League with a record of 74–80, thirteen games behind the NL and World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers.
Anderson's next pitch was errant, the ball evaded catcher Sammy Taylor and rolled all the way to the backstop.
Because the ball was still in play and Delmore was embroiled in an argument with Anderson and Taylor, Musial tried to run for second base.
The ball wound up in the hands of field announcer Pat Pieper, but Dark ended up getting it back anyway.
Infielders Other batters Coaches Note: Pos = Position; G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg.