1.   Lou Piniella ordered bunts from three consecutive batters.

2.   Padres manager Bruce Bochy then attempted to advance both runners into scoring position by calling for a sacrifice bunt from third baseman Ed Giovanola.

3.   Pinch runner Benji Gil, who represents the winning run, advances to third base after a seldom-seen sacrifice bunt from third baseman Dean Palmer.

4.   That set the stage for a sacrifice bunt from catcher Kirt Manwaring, whose attempt gave Wetteland an opportunity to retire Bichette at third base.

5.   Ripken fielded simulated bunts from strength and conditioning coach Tim Bishop on a practice field.