Nonetheless, the selection marks a critical step in one of the most compelling urban planning initiatives in the city's recent history.

His selection marked the first time that a sophomore was selected for Michigan's Most Valuable Player award.

Hardin's selection marked the eighth consecutive year the team spent a draft pick on a safety.

Bell's selection marks the seventh year in a row that the m.v.p. has come from an American League East team.

The trio's selections marked the first time that three Huskers were taken in the first five rounds of the draft.

Steinbrenner's selection of Molloy marks his second attempt to find a new managing general partner suitable to Vincent.

The selection marked his fifth consecutive Pro Bowl selection.

McGwire's selection marked the first time since 1958-59 that players from the same American League team won the award in consecutive seasons.

This selection marked the first time since the award's inception in 2001 that any player from an FCS school earned the distinction.

Indeed, his selection would mark the triumph of the status quo.