It looks like we have good approaches to get guys on base, then we seem to tense up. I'll talk to them about it but it's not something you can teach. You've got to stay relaxed and realize it's the pitcher who's in trouble, not you. |
It was amazing to look at the difference in the two spray charts (from Wednesday). That's understanding your approach, understanding your situation, understanding what the pitcher wants you to do, and then battling to not do it. That's how (the Cardinals) scored eight runs on seven hits. |
It's not like he's just a defensive guy. He's a strong kid, and I wouldn't be surprised to see him [in the Majors] this season. |
Prince is going to hit. With all three of them, the main point for me is just going out and trying to be consistent every day. I don't want to put any limitations on them, and I don't want to put any expectations on them, either. |
They did what they needed to do. Get the ball up in the zone a little bit and get something you can hit to the outfield. Don't try to do too much. Shoot, I'd love to lead the league in sac flies. |
You can't teach that. They have to do that on their own. |