Wise's presence had previously been speculated as being a blockage to any possible appointment of a manager.

Mr. Wilson, the board's chairman, would not comment yesterday when asked about the possible appointment.

Kate Kenny, a spokeswoman for the bishop, said she had no information about his possible appointment.

Or maybe, he thought, it was just having the rumor, of the possible appointment confirmed that really hit him in the gut.

He had no comment on the talks, and the YankeeNets refused to discuss his possible appointment.

Unfortunately, he turns out to be the worst possible appointment as he is totally out of his depth.

But that fell through because of the possible appointment of a receiver, he added.

"Regarding any possible appointment to the Public Service Commission, the governor is weighing his options."

She was reported to have ended all her business interests and relations prior to her possible appointment.

Mr. Macchiarola said he had agreed to meet with the Mayor this week about his possible appointment.