Astros: Jeff Bagwell stole his 10th base of the season in the second inning, becoming the fourth Houston player to reach double figures in that category. Houston leads the majors with 75 steals.

Braves: John Rocker has not allowed a run in his last 14 appearances.

Cubs: Chicago has turned 55 double plays in 53 games. It had 107 all of '98.

Devil Rays: Bobby Witt is the only member of the season-opening pitching rotation who hasn't been on the disabled list.