By the numbers

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Hitting streak by New York Mets outfielder Moises Alou. It is the longest streak in history by a player older than 40. Alou singled twice Tuesday before leaving the game with tightness in his left quadriceps.

0.00

ERA of New York Yankees right-hander Mike Mussina over two starts and 12 2/3 innings after regaining spot in starting rotation. He lost his spot after allowing 19 earned runs in 9 2/3 innings in three straight losses.

2.5

Boston’s lead in A.L. East – its smallest since April 26.