I got ahead of a lot of hitters in that game, and really that's what I need to do every time out. Controlling the count is very important.

Winning the 3,200 increases my confidence for the mile. I've had concerns about my final kick in the past, but I'll need to go a lot faster Saturday than I did today.

I thought we were just going to water 'em and watch 'em grow.

I felt good in warm-ups in the bullpen. I was working it inside and out and keeping them off balance with my breaking pitches.

That first game was a really tough loss for us, and I knew I needed to step up with a strong performance. Every time I go out there I want to throw all nine, that's definitely my goal.

It's not only to sit by the fire and pretend you're a king, but also to see the people who make it work. They showed us all the bells and whistles.