Quote: "He wanted to go back out. He offered me everything but a Mercedes. He was upset. I kept my glasses on so he wouldn't punch me." -- Marlins manager John Boles, who removed Alex Fernandez after 69 pitches in his first start. It's a fact: Raul Mondesi's steal was the Dodgers' major-league-leading 32nd. They didn't have that many last year until May 25.

Who's hot: The Expos' Rondell White has an 11-game hitting streak.

Who's not: The Braves' Tom Glavine is 0-3 with a 5.61 ERA in 25 2/3 innings.

On deck: Pirates starter Francisco Cordova, on the 15-day disabled list with an inflamed right shoulder, is scheduled to make a rehab start with Triple-A Nashville today.

Pub Date: 4/28/99