He was eager to learn when he came over. We tried to encourage him on many occasions to come out and work with us.

I knew when the skipper looked at me and said, 'Put your things on,' he wasn't kidding. So I went out to the bullpen.

It seems like days ago when Lance and Brad went deep.

In the meantime, as on the other occasions when the national threat level has been increased, we encourage members of the public to continue their daily work, family and leisure activities with a heightened awareness,

We've played on many occasions, and he's been the in-form player lately.

I've been very fortunate. I feel very thankful. I've been able to come home and do some fun things and make it exciting for people here at home.