11.   Every starter had at least two hits.

12.   Every Dodgers starter except Karros had at least one hit, and he drove in a run and scored in the third inning.

13.   Every Indians starter except one had at least one hit and the only hitless Indian was the least likely to draw a blank.

14.   Every Giants starter had a hit, and when was the last time you read that?

15.   For the second consecutive game, a Yankee starter had trouble protecting a big lead.

16.   For the second consecutive game, an Astros starter had a performance worthy of a victory.

17.   Four players had at least three hits and every starter had at least one hit, except shortstop Alex Gonzalez.

18.   He believes that if a starter has major-league talent, nothing matters more than taking the ball every five days without fail.

19.   He had watched the early action on television from his hotel room and vowed to join in the fun that the morning starters were having.

20.   In comparison, a starter home may have either a shower or tub and only one sink.