1.   Arnold, a middle reliever all season, started for six years in the Atlanta organization.

2.   At the top of the list isthat left-hander Doug Davis is being considered by manager Johnny Oates as a reliever next season rather than a starter.

3.   After Esteban Loaiza served as a starting pitcher in his first four seasons in the major leagues, the Texas Rangers made him a reliever this season.

4.   Correa, primarily a second baseman for the Trojans, has been used by USC as a reliever this season.

5.   Dickey was used as a starter and reliever this season.

6.   The Diamondbacks went through middle relievers all season, trying to find the right combination.

7.   The Sun Devils are eager to see how senior Chuck Crumpton handles a starting role after doing most of his work as a reliever last season.

8.   Roberts had appeared in six games as a reliever this season.