We weren't sure if he caught it just before he hit or as he hit. After he hit the ground, we were glad to see him get back up.

I wasn't concerned about the strikeouts. He caught the ball well. He received the ball well. He made a good play on a short-hop (pitch in the dirt) to get the first out of the game.

If he keeps making plays like that, ... he's not going to have to hit at all.

The ball wasn't going where he wanted it to. I'm sure he was a little frustrated. I've thrown my hands up a couple times already this spring.

We gave up four quick ones and never got back in it. We didn't even hit many balls hard.

He's stronger and a little more sure of himself. It is early, but it's obvious he worked real hard this winter. He's got good power right now, but he's got a chance when he puts it together to have really big-time power. I'd like to be around to watch it.