1.   Longer hitters like Woods may not use their drivers much at all, while shorter hitters may face difficult long approach shots to the greens.

2.   Meanwhile, longer hitters will face more punishment for errant tee shots.

3.   The first four hitters Witasick faced stroked singles, three of them driving in runs.

4.   When the Cuban hitters face Scott Erickson on Sunday, it could seem like New York on an April night.

5.   Yesterday afternoon, Mariners manager Lou Piniella was asked how frustrating it is for a hitter to face a knuckleball pitcher.