1.   And the Mets got their first strong outing from the bullpen in weeks.

2.   And while Joe Hudson needs a strong outing or two to solidify his place, he likely will be the other middle man.

3.   After five strong outings in a row, Rusch could do nothing right.

4.   After a one of his few strong outings, a win against Atlanta, Carlos Perez remarked how sitting next to Brown on the bench during games was helpful.

5.   Again, the Angels wasted a strong outing by their starter.

6.   Both clubs have struggled this season, and the Bruins looked as if their fortunes were turning after a strong outing against Pittsburgh Tuesday.

7.   But he will pitch at least once more during the regular season and, with another strong outing, could create a dilemma for Torre and Stottlemyre.

8.   Cook was ready in the bullpen, but Valentine decided to give Mlicki, who delivered his second strong outing in a row, one more batter.

9.   Craig Billington had a strong outing against Los Angeles.

10.   For the third time in the past week, Yankees relievers blew a sizeable lead and wasted a strong outing by a starter.