1.   Although listed as a left wing, Olczyk played center Wednesday night, with Brian Noonan and Stephane Matteau as wings.

2.   Although Kurri has played center, he might not be needed there behind Messier, Gretzky, Niklas Sundstrom and Sergei Nemchinov.

3.   Although his primary position is left wing, Tikkanen has played center and might fit best there with the Rangers.

4.   And he figured Manning could play some center.

5.   And Carl Everett, whom the Mets acquired from the Marlins in a trade Tuesday, will play center.

6.   And Toni Kukoc and Rodman can play center, as well.

7.   Another rookie, Josh Booty, will play third until Bobby Bonilla has recovered from wrist surgery, and another, Mark Kotsay, will play center.

8.   Because he played center, Curry was in some dogged physical battles under the boards.

9.   Bart could probably play center for them.

10.   Because of injuries, Walker is playing center and Williams is the power forward.