Tony La Russa managed his 5,000th career game in this matchup against the Milwaukee Brewers. Up until this point, La Russa had accumulated 2,676 wins during his time as manager with the Chicago White Sox, Oakland Athletics and St. Louis Cardinals. Despite reaching this significant milestone, the 66-year-old skipper was unable to take home a victory, shutout 8-0 by their divisional rival. Following this contest, La Russa would only trail Connie Mack's record of 7,755 games managed.