21.   They tried to make their investment pay off, to see Mitchell develop into the prize tight end most scouts believed he could become when he left Nebraska.

22.   Two years ago, Berkman played in the Futures Game as a prospect who scouts believed had a chance to be a productive hitter.

23.   Baseball scouts believe that when a major leaguer gets to a ball, he ought to be able to make a play.

24.   Scouts believe that Redden will have a long and successful NHL career, providing his team with solid, if unspectacular, play.

25.   Some scouts believe Harrington closed the gap with his workout Sunday.

26.   Some scouts believe he could be an effective major league pitcher right now.