1.   Larry has done a superb job of recycling his talent, getting his bench players into the game, giving his starters an occasional rest.

2.   Tracy said he wants to give his veterans an occasional rest down the stretch.

3.   With a chronic stress fracture in his leg, Knight needs occasional rest and Lee is always prepared for action.

4.   William Avery, the fourth player drafted out of Duke in the first round, will give Brandon an occasional rest.

5.   With the Indians, Burks can take time off from playing right field and give his knees an occasional rest by serving as the designated hitter.

6.   Henderson is expected to pinch-hit or play the outfield to give Tony Gwynn an occasional rest.