I'd trade him not getting hit and we lose the game. I jumped Tavarez and asked Tavarez, 'You're a sinkerball pitcher. You missed by that much?' He said, 'Nothing against Mike, nothing.' He felt terrible. He swore on his family. I believe him, but the guy got hit and it looks terrible. |
I'll be surprised if he plays tomorrow. |
I'll say exactly what I said last year: It's one; it's not zero. I think we'll take the consistent approach. |
I'm at a loss to describe it, man. There's a new memory for the new Busch. Put that one in there. Tough to top that one. |
I'm careful not to give into theatrics when times are tough, I don't like it when somebody gives into outside pressure and puts on a show for others. |
I'm encouraged by what talent he has and the career he has had. There have been some criticisms, some of the fans are getting a little impatient and we've been playing so long now. |
I'm excited for any type of game competition we can give him. He's been looking aggressive and for opportunities to swing. He jumped into live pitchers right away. Whenever we can get him playing time, I'm excited with it. |
I'm going to encourage Rincon to not pitch for the Mexican team. I think that's right. I don't think it makes a lot of sense. He's a pitcher, not a position player, for one. Pitchers are more vulnerable in that tournament. |
I'm just excited that both of the guys are playing well. That's the best part about second base. The thing about Luna is he's got so much versatility. He can play in the outfield tomorrow if we really want him to. |
I'm pleased he's here early. I think we have a real advantage with Jose (being) a very good infield instructor. |
I'm ready to discuss anything about the game, ... Anything involving umpires, there's nothing you should say after next day, next week, next year. So I have nothing to say about that. |
I'm sure he's got some soreness, but he's able to play and he needs to play. |
I've actually used that as a positive example, the model of what any team is capable of doing in the postseason, |
I've always admired his competitiveness. |
I've always been taught you earn the benefit of the doubt if you earn it. Here's a guy into his sixth year, an exemplary pro. So he flips the bat and right away, a number of people start using it to start jabbing him. |