Just last week, the Yankees battered Wakefield for five runs in four innings.

He lasted only two and one-third innings against the Braves, who battered him for six hits and seven runs.

But tonight, the Indians battered him for six runs in six innings.

Derek Jeter was 16 the last time the Yankees were battered for 17 runs.

Wells was battered for 6 runs and 12 hits in 5 1/3 innings.

González was battered for six runs and nine hits in three-plus innings.

Mussina departed after being battered for five quick runs in the fifth.

The Angels battered him for nine runs in seven and two-thirds innings.

The Texas Rangers battered him for seven runs and won, 9-2.

Langston was battered for six runs and five hits in three innings as his e.r.a. rose to 2.50.