I guess the best part of it is he hasn't changed. We were sitting around two nights ago telling stories, and it's like we're right back in school.

I could go on for hours telling stories..but I guess youhad to be there

I cut it all off about two nights ago,

I remember there was a lot of talk about upgrading the pitching staff. I knew Matt Morris was out there. Watching him from the other league, I knew he was a tremendous pitcher and a tremendous competitor. I was thinking, 'Man, I really hope we get him,' and we did.

In hindsight, having seen the replays, the runner did not leave the bag too soon.

I had butterflies. There's something about putting that USA jersey on. It just feels different.