It was his brainchild. We had a good time with it.

It's just been a whirlwind day. For it to end like this is beautiful. I'm happy to be here, happy to be part of this team. It's nice to be able to come in and produce on the first day.

It's just a joy to be out there again. It's good to come in and produce and show the guys you're ready to come and produce for them.

There's been a lot of times I've pitched well and not had anything to show for it, too. I'll take it. I'll definitely take it.

That's kind of how it's been going for us the last couple of months. Don't give up, keep battling and hope you make things happen. Tonight, we did.

We're not numb to it. We just have no control over it. What are you going to do? In New York, it's like this every day, right?

He was just incredible. My locker was next to his from day one when I got called up. There was just a way about him. He didn't get a moment's peace, and in a baseball clubhouse that's a sign everyone loves you.

(Friday) has been a pleasant day all around.

Oh yeah, to have your Gold Glove catcher get the out for you, why not?