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Jason Kendall's leadoff homer in the sixth was the Oakland catcher's first home run since May 31, 2006, a span of 157 games and 619 at-bats.

The Angels have won their last 112 games when leading after eight innings.

Cincinnati's Ken Griffey scored the 1,500th run of his career.

The Yankees' Johnny Damon was back in center field after nine straight starts at designated hitter.

Chipper Jones came off the disabled list (bruised hands) to hit singles in each of his first three at-bats for the Braves.

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