41.   Also, unlike some major league teams, the Orioles have no Cuban defectors on their roster, which might make them more acceptable to Cuba.

42.   Another potential major leaguer may be included in the group of eight Cuban defectors who landed in the Bahamas last week.

43.   At the start of spring training, the Yankees signed Cuban defector Andy Morales, who probably will be moved to the outfield.

44.   Claiming the New York Yankees stopped paying Cuban defector Andy Morales in violation of his contract, the players association filed a grievance against the team Tuesday.

45.   Cleveland and Seattle each have signed Cuban defectors, with outfielder Osmani Santana going to the Indians and catcher Francisco Santiesteban going to the Mariners.

46.   Cuban defector Livan Hernandez fulfills a dream on Saturday by being the starting pitcher in the World Series opener for the Florida Marlins against the Cleveland Indians.

47.   Cuban defector Rolando Arrojo, making his major league debut, worked six innings for the win, allowing four runs on eight hits.

48.   Cuban defector Andy Morales was among three players optioned to Triple-A Columbus by the New York Yankees on Sunday.

49.   Cuban defector Orlando Hernandez is close to signing a deal, and that could be good for the Anaheim Angels or Seattle Mariners.

50.   Cuban defector Orlando Hernandez said Elian Gonzalez was abused when he was taken away in an armed raid by federal agents.