81.   Gray said a fast start is essential to a successful transition.

82.   Greg Kraft was awake by dawn on Thursday morning, but the early start was worthwhile.

83.   Having everything ready before you start is vital for stir-frying.

84.   He lost to Frankie Fredericks of Namibia, a world-class sprinter whose explosive start that night was almost too good to be true.

85.   He has done so much for attendance that his starts were the hottest ticket in town.

86.   His last scheduled start is Thursday.

87.   His last start was the first time he ever had gone eight innings, so he remains a work in progress.

88.   His next scheduled start is Wednesday night at Bank One Ballpark against San Diego in the finale of a three-game series.

89.   His next start will be against Toronto.

90.   His first major-league start is Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs.