The MLP index dropped 2 and change at the open as Kinder Morgan (KMP)opened down nearly 2 points. But that one has since recovered more than 1/2 its losses so the index is down about 1.60. Still down is down. No out standing gainers and most MLPS are lower. Suburban Propane (SPH)dropped nearly 2 in the first 1/2 hour but it has cut its losses in half. General Marine (GMR) and Markwest (MWP) are down half to three quarters of a point.

TC Pipelines (TCLP) did a nickle boost in the distribution and the stock is up 2 bucks. Duncan Partners (DEP)otherwise leads the short list of winners up 38 cents.