11.   The shortstop Jeter has had an erratic year in the field, but he is capable of making big-time plays.

12.   Vidro is playing despite a hairline fracture in his shoulder and shortstop Orlando Cabrera has a bulging disk in his back.

13.   When starting a double play, the shortstop has an easier flip than the second baseman because he throws across his body, not off to the side.

14.   The light-hitting shortstop had just eight extra-base hits coming into the game, all doubles.

15.   The Orioles shortstop had to pause for several standing ovations before the game -- and the mark -- became official in the fifth inning.