The Cubs finished fourth in the National League East with a record of 81–81, 20 games behind the Philadelphia Phillies.

The Cubs hit a high-water mark on June 28 at 47–22 with an 8½-game National League East lead led by Bobby Murcer, who had 27 home runs and 89 RBI overall during the season, and Rick Reuschel, who had a record of 20–10.

Rosello and Cardenal alternated between the two positions during the ninth inning depending on whether the batter was a left-handed or right-handed hitter.

The Reds failed to score in the ninth, and the Cubs tied the game, forcing extra innings.

Infielders Coaches Note: Pos = Position; G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg.