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Harden holds Cubs early lead to knock off Astros

Associated Press

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

HOUSTON -- Reed Johnson hasn't had much luck at the plate lately. So when he saw speedy center fielder Michael Bourn chasing his fly ball in the first inning, he figured he'd catch it. Instead Bourn's diving attempt came up just short and Johnson ended up with a bases-loaded triple to help the Chicago Cubs past the Houston Astros 6-3 on Wednesday night. Rich Harden pitched into the eighth inning and Aramis Ramirez added a solo home run for the Cubs, who have won five of six. "I really actuall ...

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