I do feel bad. I think it could have meant a lot to him. He's very team-oriented. I know he's very proud.

I think it's rare where any team goes through a stretch where you have everyone available, everybody's working. And I think he probably fills that role for us, because he can hit anywhere.

How does dead-even feel with two to go? Dead even.

I think this team is going to be more offensive oriented then we have been. Another of the things that I like is our depth at each position, but right now, we have to work on getting our pitching staff in place and come to the conclusion of who that will include.

Being able to walk in [team offices] in the winter and even say hello is important. I don't believe in managing and going home.

I would think it was FOX's.