Rafael Palmeiro went 4 for 4 with 2 doubles, a triple, and 3 RBI to lead the Detroit Rockets to a 10-5 win over the Oakland Jacks. Stan Coveleski struggled through 6 innings, allowing 8 runs on 13 hits. Meanwhile, Kevin Appier turned in a solid outing for Detroit. Appier allowed 2 runs on 7 hits while striking out 7 to earn his 2nd win of the season. The Rockets took a 10-2 lead into the 9th. John Hiller allowed 3 runs, including a Reggie Jackson solo home run, before getting Ken Griffey Jr. to fly out to end the game. Kenny Lofton also had 4 hits for Detroit, going 4 for 5 in the leadoff spot.