The house my dad was staying at, they've got a satellite, so I know they got the game,

I felt strong. My location was good other than the pitch to Utley and Howard,

If you look at it too long, it'll drive you crazy. Who's to say the same thing wouldn't have happened?

I like it because my mom and dad can see it back home.

I know that it's fine. There's no doubt in my mind that there is no effect from last year on my finger. I'm just ready to go. I'm ready to show everybody and myself that it's not going to be a factor mentally.

I'm not really too worried. I mean, I've got questions, but I don't think they're anything that can't be answered in my next bullpen sessions. Hopefully I'll get better results my next time out.

They came out aggressive in that inning. Three first-pitch fastballs and they were right on them.

I try to ignore the rumors. But you look at seven guys and five openings, it's there in my mind. I try not to let it bother me, but I want to stay in Atlanta. For one, it's a great pitcher's park. Who would want to leave?

Then we turn around and three weeks later, we had to leave our homes.

It's almost like they're clicking on all cylinders.