1.   As for Benjamin, given a spot start over the slumping Royce Clayton, it was a classic case of seizing an opportunity.

2.   Also, right-hander Mike Judd was expectedly sent to Triple-A Albuquerque after allowing seven runs in four-plus innings in his spot start Tuesday.

3.   But a pair of doubles and two RBI in a spot start against Florida last week were indicative of the contributions he and other substitutes are making.

4.   Darrell May, making a spot start, allowed three runs in five innings.

5.   He can make a spot start, pitch long relief, be a situational lefty and close games.

6.   He made a spot start but lasted just one-third of an inning, allowing five hits and five runs, including two homers.

7.   He made eight starts before being summoned for that spot start in Round Rock.

8.   Judd, brought up to make a spot start two weeks ago, is still alive and figures to remain in the rotation.

9.   Last season, the Dodgers lacked the swing pitcher, a veteran who could eat innings out of the bullpen or make a spot start.

10.   Orioles pitcher Bob Milacki started the game and was removed after six innings because he was making a spot start.