1.   As a result, storms which gain their energy from temperature contrasts will become stronger as the season progresses.

2.   As a result, Bettis is much more likely to wear down as the season progresses.

3.   A big-time rivalry between two teams who will get better as the season progresses.

4.   All have agreed to play with the understanding that they will negotiate new deals with the club as the season progresses.

5.   But from what he has seen, Elliott may pick up a tip or two from Atwood as the season progresses.

6.   But Calhoun expects that he will be more of a force as the season progresses.

7.   But if the Sox begin to hunger for a situational lefthanded reliever as the season progresses, he could emerge on the short list of contenders.

8.   But he made progress last season and came up with more than his share of fielding gems.

9.   Expect to see more of him as the season progresses.

10.   Few price drops are expected as the season progresses.