41.   Instead of thinking about a consecutive games streak, the Baltimore Orioles shortstop is eager to help his team put together a winning streak.

42.   Next to him was All-Star shortstop Nomar Garciaparra of the Boston Red Sox, who is sidelined by wrist surgery.

43.   The shortstop was the third key Boston player to return in three days.

44.   The two All-Star shortstops have been friends for years.