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Texas has been outscored in the first inning, 31-8, this season.

Cubs first baseman Derrek Lee missed the game against the Mets because of neck spasms.

Rangers first baseman Mark Teixeira's first-inning single stretched his hitting streak to 12 games.

Pirates pitcher Tom Gorzelanny got his first hit in 37 career at-bats, a single off Dontrelle Willis.

With a walk in the first inning, Pirates shortstop Jack Wilson reached base for the eighth consecutive time.

Atlanta third baseman Chipper Jones missed his third straight game with bruised wrists and thumbs.

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