1.   Rubin has a word for such seemingly effortless performance.

2.   Smooth, quiet, responsive, it inspires boundless confidence with its effortless performance.

3.   There was good reason to predict a Triple Crown sweep for Fusaichi Pegasus after his seemingly effortless performance in the Kentucky Derby on Saturday.

4.   While Anaheim starter Allen Watson reached a career-high nine wins in a virtually effortless performance, his teammates maximized their eight hits by scoring nine runs.