Who's hot

The Indians have scored 26 runs in their past three games after getting five just twice in their previous 14.

Who's not

Aaron Boone of the Reds is in an 0-for-12 slump.

Line of the day

Scott Rolen, Phillies 3B

AB R H RBI HR

4 2 2 5 2

On deck

Paul Byrd of the Royals goes for his fifth straight victory today, and his ninth of the season, facing the Rangers.

He said it

"This is awesome. I knew Luis was coming, but Davey be ing here was a big surprise."

Omar Vizquel of the Indians, who will be joined by fellow Venezuelan short stops Luis Aparicio and Dave Concepcion today to receive his ninth Gold Glove