On deck

Barry Zito of the Athletics again tries for his AL-leading 20th victory today, facing the Twins.

He said it

"Pitching well is only so gratifying. Losing is not what we're all about out here."

Mike Mussina, Yankees pitcher, after 2-1 loss to Tigers

Who's hot

Bret Boone of the Mariners is batting .357 with 42 RBIs in 55 games since the All-Star break.

Who's not

Adam Dunn of the Reds set a team record with his 146th strikeout of the season.

Line of the day

Herbert Perry, Rangers 3B

AB R H RBI HR

5 2 3 5 2