81.   Candiotti was asked if he thought a return to the starting rotation was imminent now.

82.   Can this pitcher fit into the starting rotation?

83.   Carlos Perez, the lone lefty, and Darren Dreifort would complement them to form what could be the most formidable starting rotation in the National League.

84.   Carlos Perez is in the starting rotation and Eric Gagne is on his way to Triple-A Albuquerque.

85.   Chan Ho Park has done his part, becoming a nice complement for staff ace Kevin Brown in the starting rotation.

86.   Carlos Guillen will start at second base, Freddy Garcia will be in the starting rotation after a sizzling spring and John Halama will be in the bullpen.

87.   Cooper struggled most of the spring and failed to win a spot in the starting rotation.

88.   Cooper, who went to USC, is among the group of young pitchers competing for a spot in the starting rotation.

89.   Cone is scheduled to throw in a simulated game on Friday, and the team will determine then when he will be able to return to the starting rotation.