1.   He is said to be too busy making his charges field grounders to attend the hoopla.

2.   He tried to practice Monday and Tuesday but could do little more than field grounders and softly toss the ball.

3.   Players will throw balls, swing bats, field grounders and catch fly balls under the watchful eyes of coaches.

4.   The Rockies initially thought Perez might need surgery, but he was able to take batting practice and field grounders within five days.