11.   Dodgers manager Bill Russell said the situation is workable, comparing it to a rain delay or an inning in which the Dodgers scored a lot of runs.

12.   Dodgers manager Davey Johnson argued and was thrown out for the first time this season.

13.   Dodgers manager Davey Johnson helplessly watched it unfold last year, and was ready to do anything not to repeat it again.

14.   Dodgers manager Davey Johnson ran out to argue.

15.   Dodgers manager Davey Johnson said he could use Counsell as a defensive replacement late in games, and to rest the Young at second.

16.   Dodgers manager Davey Johnson said he still has some reservations.

17.   Dodgers manager Davey Johnson said he would probably use the right-handed Cookson as a designated hitter today against Oakland left-hander Kenny Rogers.

18.   Dodgers manager Davey Johnson said matchups will dictate whom he uses to close games.

19.   Dodgers manager Davey Johnson said rehabbing righty Antonio Osuna could be ready to join the club when they play in Arizona.

20.   Dodgers manager Davey Johnson said that barring a setback, Young might play for the first time Sunday against the St. Louis Cardinals.