11.   The Sox already had taken five of six from New York this year and had the hottest pitcher in baseball on the mound.

12.   Their two hottest pitchers, Ismael Valdes and Hideo Nomo, get the next two starts, each seeking their fifth consecutive winning start.

13.   Wakefield, who until this trip was the hottest pitcher in baseball, allowed eight hits, including three homers, and walked six.