11.  And the Indianapolis Colts visit the Jets next Sunday in their home opener at Giants Stadium.

12.  Andy Pettitte, who has recovered from a strained left elbow, will start the home opener that Friday against Tampa Bay.

13.  As the Kings prepare for their home opener against Ottawa, an update on Yachmenov, who is hanging out in Manhattan Beach.

14.  Australian national-team head Coach Tom Maher was here for the Mercury home opener vs. Sacramento.

15.  Before the home opener this spring, Ripken was introduced to a breast cancer patient.

16.  Before this day is over, the New England Revolution will sell out their home opener.

17.  Boston played host to goalkeeper Scurry and the Atlanta Beat in its home opener Saturday night at Nickerson Field.

18.  Bowman was booed loudly at the home opener, and Yzerman was cheered.

19.  A surprise guest was on hand for the winning home opener.