Notables

Reds center fielder Ken Griffey Jr. left the game in the fourth inning after two plate appearances because of stiffness in the back of his right knee, an injury he said is not serious. ''It was just one of those things," Griffey said

Cubs outfielder Jacque Jones sat out after straining a hamstring Tuesday and won't play until tomorrow at the earliest.

After drawing 31,308 for their home opener Tuesday, the Marlins announced a crowd of 8,994 yesterday against the Padres.

After seven games, the Rockies led the majors in extra base hits (37), doubles (20), and triples (6).

Ichiro Suzuki snapped an 0-for-18 slump with three singles and scored four runs for Seattle.