31.   Stern created a bit of a stir over the All-Star break by saying the league would investigate international expansion over the next decade.

32.   The movie would be a perfect opportunity for a clean break by Carter, who would leave his creation in the hands of other executive producers for following seasons.

33.   The Rangers have adjusted their farm system with an eye toward Doug Davis being with the team after the All-Star break by promoting three top pitching prospects.

34.   They get a well-deserved break by sitting out the first round and hosting a second-round game.

35.   Thus, the American company gets most of its money back and it gets a tax break by taking advantage of U.S. tax rules on lease payments.

36.   ABC quoted law enforcement sources as saying that the FBI got its first big break by using a video picture taken by a surveillance camera near the federal building.

37.   After Novotna blew a game point by sailing an easy forehand volley long, Hingis clinched the break by whipping a stretch forehand passing shot down the line.

38.   Besides being helpful to Group C teams, Ghana and Ivory Coast get a break by not having to face their fellow West African power in the quarterfinals.

39.   Earlier, Swedish goalie Salo of New York Islanders made a series of stunning saves, including two final period one-on-one breaks by Czech forward Jiri Dopita.

40.   Earlier, Swedish goalie Salo of New York Islanders made a series of stunning saves, including two final period one-on-one breaks by Czech striker Jiri Dopita.