It saddens me that the team was broken up like it was. I understand where [the owners] were coming from and what they did. It is sad when you get a bunch of guys together that you like, and they are split up.

[When Florida manager Jack McKeon told his players he was calling it quits, they responded with applause and hugs. McKeon confirmed his resignation to the team before the game.] He got very emotional, like your granddad is going away and you're not going to see him anymore, ... It's tough for him. Baseball is his life.

B-Rob was text messaging me every hour, 'Come on back, buddy.

I've been steadily feeling better and better at the plate and feeling more comfortable to hit. I feel like my swing is really good right now.

When I first faced him in '98, I knew he and (Roy) Halladay both had special stuff,

I think someone young with fresh ideas and a different style of baseball will be good for the team. Hopefully, it will be a good fit.