21. It was a logical decision because Nagy had allowed three homers and had tied a World Series record by walking three straight batters. 22. It was the first time since Kevin Brown opening day that a Dodgers starter allowed two homers in a game. 23. Mussina did not allow any homers Thursday. 24. Olson has allowed four homers, matching his total from last year. 25. Park has allowed six homers in four starts this season, including the three grand slams, after not allowing any home runs in spring training. 26. The early risers saw the Kobe native retire the first seven Blue Jays before allowing a homer to Mike Matheny. 27. The inning before, Jones had allowed a homer to JON NUNNALLY. 28. The ninth was more exciting than necessary as Julian Tavarez ruined the shutout by allowing solo homers to rookie catcher Eli Marrero and Willie McGee. 29. Pirates pitchers allowed seven homers in the series. 30. Pettitte has not allowed a homer in his last nine starts. |