21.   Sox manager Jimy Williams said the guy who deserved the most sympathy on this day of dueling knucklers was Al Clark, the plate umpire.

22.   Sox manager Joe Morgan gave Berardino the bunt sign to give to Lyons, but the manager forgot to give the indicator.

23.   Sox general manager Dan Duquette says trading Mo is not an option.

24.   Sox manager Jimy Williams sensed trouble, however, as soon as Bordick drew a walk in the bottom of the fifth.

25.   Sox manager Jimy Williams was as impressed as anyone.

26.   Sox manager Williams was measured in his reaction.

27.   Sox manager Jerry Manuel said the unbalanced schedule this season should lead to more intense and exciting games.