81.   Munoz, who cleared waivers, has the right to accept the assignment or reject and become a free agent.

82.   Now, he must clear waivers to be traded this season.

83.   Orlando and Chicago are also interested, and Andrews said he would talk to other teams, including the Knicks, if Williams cleared waivers.

84.   Once all three options have been used, the player must clear waivers before he can be assigned to the minors.

85.   Outfielder Brent Cookson, a Ventura College and Long Beach State product, cleared waivers and returned to Triple-A Albuquerque....

86.   Outfielder Reggie Williams, designated for assignment last week, cleared waivers and his contract was outrighted back to Albuquerque.

87.   Passmore, acquired from Chicago last May as protection against the expansion draft, already cleared waivers before the season.

88.   Powell, who made a spot start for the Astros on Saturday in place of Miller, must clear waivers today.

89.   Phillips cleared waivers Friday, even though some teams reportedly are interested in him.

90.   Players who are out of options must clear waivers before they can be sent to the minors.