I don't really analyze the win-loss aspect and what-ifs. Ultimately, we're trying to play good baseball and the other stuff will take its course.

I was trying to swing the bat with some authority, and not be overly defensive.

I'm not trying to do too much -- just be aggressive and selective at the same time,

For me, it's a shin thing, ... If I feel good, I want to play the final three games to stay where I need to be mentally. Playing every day helps me maintain the speed of the game.

The best thing about baseball is that there are so many situations that can occur. It was a tough loss but I think the guys will be fine. We have a whole lot of games left and I know we have the makeup of an excellent team.

The pitches were different, the approaches were different. The pitch today was in a different place than last night. As a hitter, you have to understand that every at-bat is different. If not, you can go up there trying to do too much.