I don't think there's any doubt when he (Howard) was making the comments about Corby, he was aware then that public opinion was solidly on Corby's side. I don't think that's the case today.

I know what's expected of me. It's not like I'm a young kid anymore; there's responsibilities and there's obligations not only to me and my family but to this organization and this team, and I want to live up to that. You put those pressures, along with trying to get your shoulder back together, and there's a lot going on.

I know why he says that. He wants me 100 percent for 5? months. He doesn't want to rush things and jeopardize that.

The last 20 were better than the first 20. I got to the point where I got loose. I wasn't as strong today, but you have those kinds of days. It's a roller-coaster ride.

It takes pressure of guys when they come in early. Because everyone is nervous and has jitters that first day, but if you've been down for a little while it's more like just another day.

They got disillusioned, they needed direction, and that's the pity because they didn't get it.

The most important skill in staying calm is not to lose sleep over small issues. The second most important skill is to be able to view all issues as small issues.

No real batting talent came through and I don't think he looked hard enough within his own squad or within the state for the players that could have improved,

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