that I haven't lost a step, that I'm the same guy that helped this team get to the playoffs a couple of years ago. Whatever they need me to do, I'll step up and do what's asked.

We're not trying to put the pressure on him, but I know he's feeling it. It's natural.

That was kind of scary for a moment. I was extra cautious after that.

We know we have to come out ready for a brawl. As long as we come out with that mentality, anything can happen and we can pull this thing out.

It penalizes California for doing such a good job of negotiating drug prices. It was supposed to be a boon for California. Now it's created a . . . budget hole.

Everybody was hesitant. They weren't playing loose. Before [earlier in the season], they were just nice and fluid, and all of a sudden it got stiff. We're trying to loosen everybody back up, and I think everybody is feeling a lot better right now.