1.   As recently as last Tuesday, Guthridge was joking with reporters as they prepared stories on the upcoming NBA draft.

2.   But Traber, a likely high pick in the upcoming draft, struck out Steve Woodward, Beck and Epstein in succession to avoid any damage.

3.   Forget about the upcoming NBA draft.

4.   He will be the only franchise player in the upcoming draft.

5.   He was asked which players he likes in the upcoming NBA draft.

6.   It was an important sign, especially considering the upcoming draft.

7.   Jones said the team can renegotiate other contracts to clear room to sign free agents and upcoming draft picks.

8.   Izzo passed muster, and the Dolphins said they would offer a free-agent contract if no one chose him in the upcoming draft.

9.   Leaf and Manning are considered the top quarterbacks available in the upcoming NFL draft.

10.   Maybe the Cardinals will get lucky and find someone as good in the fourth round of the upcoming draft.