I thought his velocity would increase dramatically in college. But that didn't happen. We didn't see dramatic change. He's throwing 79-82 mph. But he has excellent command of four pitches.

Not only will you have actual calls increase dramatically, but you'll also have the hysterical calls.

He was throwing free and easy, he wasn't struggling with getting his velocity up and basically pitched with a lot of confidence.

There's no pressure on a college decision yet. But I'm sure I'll get a little nervous when it comes down to crunch time.

I understood that my coming here would represent a cultural change,

Anyone can get people out when they are throwing the ball right where they want to. But that doesn't happen all the time. It's getting guys out when you don't have your best stuff that is the test of a good pitcher. Kevin's level of competitiveness is such that it allows him to step it up. I always feel good when he's out there. He may get into some jams, but he knows how to get out of them.