Notables
The Twins' Johan Santana lasted at least five innings for his 100th straight start, the fourth longest streak in the last 50 years -- behind only Bob Gibson (112), David Cone (145), and Curt Schilling (147).
The Mets' Julio Franco made just his sixth appearance at third base in his 23-year career, and recorded his first putout at the position when he caught a popped bunt in the eighth.
The Mariners' Ichiro Suzuki had his AL record streak of 45 consecutive successful steals snapped, five short of Vince Coleman's major league record.
Diamondbacks starter Livan Hernandez had his 30th career multihit game to raise his season average to .333 (7 for 21).
Cubs first baseman Derrek Lee missed his fourth straight game because of neck spasms, but the team hopes he can play today.
The Nationals are 14-14 against NL East opponents and 1-12 against everyone else. 