There's just something about being out there and being that close to the action.

Spring training is fun and this should be a lot of fun. We've already had a lot of fun just talking about it.

I feel like I've got one good pitch in my arm and I don't want to throw it out before I get there Tuesday.

I remember one time I saw Tommy Lasorda throw out the first pitch for a game and with all his baseball experience, playing and managing, didn't even get the ball to the plate. I want to get the ball to the catcher and not dribble it up there.

This is an obscene action by the Detroit City Council. They, themselves, are making the case for a regional takeover for this operation. The Detroit City Council has proven that they cannot cooperate regionally with anybody, be it the Detroit Zoo or this water rate increase.

But they have done nothing. They have talked and talked, but have taken no action. The situation is beyond dire; it is critical.