1.   A newspaper story had suggested that the struggling expansion team might be preparing to clear roster space by cutting loose veteran players.

2.   A whirlwind of activity should commence Monday, with teams first clearing roster space to free up money.

3.   He could be sent to the minors without complications, and because of a crunch on roster spaces, it seemed inevitable that Agbayani would be left out.

4.   Right-hander Rudy Seanez is likely to be optioned back to Albuquerque to make roster space for Gott.

5.   The Bulls would only have to create a roster space and comply with NBA salary-cap regulations.

6.   The second time he was cut by Arizona, in November, the Cardinals needed roster space.

7.   They will be similarly strained in the years to come unless they make drastic moves to clear roster space.

8.   Thou shalt create eternal roster space for Teddy Higuera.

9.   Erickson was released partly because the Dolphins have numerous injuries and need roster space for other positions.

10.   Right-hander Jason Boyd was designated for assignment Thursday by the Philadelphia Phillies to open a roster space for outfielder Brian L. Hunter, signed earlier in the week.