61.   Club officials have steadfastly defended Benitez, brushing off the notion that the Mets cannot win a championship with him because he wilts in big games.

62.   Club officials hope Miller Park will help the Brewers compete financially against better-funded franchises, and the revenue from increased ticket sales and premium seating should do just that.

63.   Club officials pray.

64.   Club officials said pitcher Matt Whiteside is likely to be moved by Opening Day.

65.   Club officials think so.

66.   Club officials were determining whether to place the right-hander on the disabled list.

67.   Club officials will watch him throw a few times before deciding where to assign him.

68.   Club officials, he said, played every card in the deck to sell a Texas-based Ryder Cup to PGA officials.

69.   Club officials agreed and told the network.

70.   Club officials bridled at the notion that the group is exclusive.