11.   But the shortstop was careful not to give too much praise.

12.   Club officials said their prize shortstop never was on the trading block.

13.   Ever since, I have taken the position that shortstop is too important a position to tinker with.

14.   For example, not many in the NFL could play major league shortstop, but several shortstops could be wide receivers, defensive backs, or even quarterbacks.

15.   He also played some first base the past two years but still thinks shortstop is his best position.

16.   How appreciated is shortstop Greg Gagne?

17.   I believe both shortstops we brought are in better condition right now.

18.   I doubt that any of us can comprehend how important being a shortstop is to John Valentin.

19.   I know who the shortstop is.

20.   In effect, Johnson applied a prod, not necessarily just to Ripken, though the shortstop is an historically slow starter.