“There's a lot of things that go into the equation in formulating a team, the way the pieces fit and complement each other. Character has always been an important issue with me. It goes hand in hand with chemistry.”


“As you saw the game unfold, we had many opportunities to put that team away before they got us. It's that simple.”


“I don't have any idea as to the Pittsburgh Pirates and what their thinking is. I have no idea about that situation or what direction any club is taking.”