I was in uniform as a Pirate the last time we had a winning season. Nobody loses more sleep over that than me. For us to continue to improve, we need our young players to grow up fast. Most places you can get your feet wet a little, but here you've got to dive right in.
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No matter what's fair or what's right, it's what is, ... I know this was a very difficult thing for Dave to do. It was very difficult for both of us. I have nothing but the utmost respect for Dave. I consider him a friend, and I wish him nothing but the best. I really do. This is the way it goes in this business.
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He left a pitch up and in the middle of the plate.
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It's real easy to say, 'Give him a breather and let someone else close,' ... It takes a different animal to get it done. Those are the toughest three outs in baseball to get. Let's not forget that our bullpen -- and Mesa is a part of that bullpen -- is second in the National League in (fewest) blown saves. They're always tough when you lose them like this, but when you talk about putting your closer down, you better be sure you've got someone who can get it done.
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It must be the hair.
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