1.   But the ideal situation has center fielder Devon White leading off with Young, who has good bat control, second.

2.   Converted to a switch-hitter after signing, Furcal also impresses scouts with his bat control at the plate, and with his range and strong arm in the field.

3.   Gwynn has said he sees a link between him and Berkman because both have the same discipline, knowledge of the strike zone and bat control.

4.   He reported no pain and said his bat control has improved because the finger is strong.

5.   He displayed his bat control yesterday, flicking it out to make contact that led to a infield single with Royce Clayton running in fourth inning.

6.   He reported no pain and said his bat control is back because the finger is strong.

7.   The time off allowed partial healing to take place, but it remains swollen and his bat control is lacking.