Rick Thurman Quotes (3 Quotes)

He's the best at what he does, and what he brings to the city and the team. Now, if we're out on the open market, as soon as we can negotiate with other clubs, whatever proposal we're giving to the Padres, I'm sure Trevor will make much more than that. This is not so much a money thing, it's more of a respect thing.

There's not another relief pitcher out there who has done what Trevor has done, consistently, year in and year out. In my opinion, he has been the best closer over the last decade. He should, therefore, be compensated as being the elite of the elite.

Trevor's first choice has always been to remain a Padre. But it's looking more and more like it won't happen. Put it this way -- their offer made Trevor upset enough to have his locker cleaned out at the stadium.