Shields at home in Milwaukee

Playing in Milwaukee was the next best thing to being at home for Scot Shields, who has a large contingent of family in the area. Shields said his father, who now resides in Florida, grew up in the Milwaukee area and he was able to round up 20 tickets for aunts, uncles and cousins.

“I was pumped up as soon as I found out,” Shields said. “I found out yesterday morning when I dropped my bag off at the bus. I called my wife and let her know that whoever I couldn't get in touch with to tell them that I'm playing. As soon as I got in last night I went over their house and everything.”

Robb Quinlan, a native of neighboring Minnesota, said his parents were able to make the five-hour drive from the Twin Cities to see his second start of the season and first at first base.