41.   Rookies are distinguished from veterans on the Winston Cup circuit by the wide yellow stripe on the rear bumper of their cars.

42.   Rookies were not in abundance in starting lineups in the first week of the season.

43.   Running back is the one position where the rookie is better than the available veteran talent.

44.   So far, the Masters rookie has been tougher than a Waffle House pork chop.

45.   Some rookies are lumps of clay who need to be molded.

46.   Still, Gwynn thinks the two rookies could be something special once they gain some experience.

47.   Still, it was highly unusual for a rookie to be able to sucker a veteran pitcher.

48.   Still missing were rookies Ruben Patterson and Sam Jacobson, who are expected by today, and veterans Robert Horry and Elden Campbell.

49.   That means several top rookies will be on display.

50.   The Atlanta Thrashers rookies may just be YoungStars now.