21.   Since May, his appointees have comprised a majority on the three-member commission, which includes his pick as chairman, David Laney.

22.   Tampa Bay would receive five first-round draft picks as compensation from Philadelphia if the NHL rules in favor of the Flyers.

23.   The Cowboys, if they lose Smith next year, could get up to a first- and third-round pick as compensation.

24.   The designation meant another team could sign him, but Cincinnati was owed two first-round draft picks as compensation unless the Bengals agreed to a trade.

25.   The Devils could match the offer or receive draft picks as compensation.

26.   The Jets would have the right of first refusal and would have received a first-round draft pick as compensation if Murrell had signed with San Francisco.

27.   The Orioles received the pick as compensation from the New York Yankees for the free agent signing of David Wells.

28.   The Red Wings could match the offer or receive as many as five first-round draft picks as compensation.

29.   The Rangers would get two draft picks as compensation if he leaves as a free agent, but they should be able to get more through a trade.

30.   There are no super teams out there, although Cincinnati seems to be the consensus pick as a step above everyone else.