BESTS OF THE DAY

BATTING

Phil Nevin, San Diego: 2 for 3, 2 RBIs, 2 runs scored, homer in win over Diamondbacks.

Eli Marrero, St. Louis: 3 for 4, double, 2 RBIs in victory over Brewers.

Todd Helton, Colorado: 3 for 3, 3 runs, scored, 2 RBIs in victory over Astros.

Scott Rolen, Philadelphia: 2 for 4, homer, 3 RBIs in win over Atlanta.

Shawn Green, Dodgers: Homer, 2 RBIs in victory over Giants.

Ryan Klesko, San Diego: Three-run homer in victory over Diamondbacks.

PITCHING

Jon Lieber, Chicago: 8 innings, 2 hits, 7 strikeouts, victory in win over New York Mets.

Hideo Nomo, Dodgers: Four hits in 72/3 innings, picks up first win since returning to Dodgers in victory over the Giants.

Eric Gagne, Dodgers: Picks up second save since becoming closer in victory over the Giants.