The last hitter, I gave it everything I had and was really struggling to get it up to the plate. |
The last three or four days I've been feeling a lot better. I was a little unsure, at the start of the spring, how I'd feel, but overall I feel great. ... One more start and I'm ready to go. |
The thought never crossed my mind about not starting the season until a few reporters started asking me about it. In my mind, I'll be there. I'll be ready. |
There's no possible way I'd be ready to pitch (in the World Baseball Classic). Trust me, I'd love to have the chance to represent my country, that's everyone's dream to hold the flag. But I would have had to start throwing by mid-December to be in game shape by then and I've just started to throw lightly now. |
There's nothing you can do. He's already made up his mind. I felt confident with Kiko coming in. |
You did see a little bit of everything. That's why I just need to get in more games, because simulated games are completely different. |
You did see a little of everything. That's why I need more games. I still have to iron out some mechanics. That's the big thing. |