83 Quotes by Bill Stoneman

My understanding is that they are going to ask for permission, but it hasn't happened yet. What I would prefer is that it not be a distraction, period. Our season is not over yet. It's common courtesy.

I wish he were here with the rest of the guys.

If we have an atmosphere here this year like it was last year ... wow.

Frankie's stuff and his poise enabled him to succeed, and he just did it at a time when nobody expected it because nobody knew who he was.

From a defensive standpoint, he is very close to being a starting catcher. We are very pleased with how he's developed and his ability to work with the pitching staff. That is why we signed him to a two-year deal.

From about maybe mid-August of '02, all through last year, this was a different atmosphere. Everything changed,

He was tired at the end of the year; he didn't get many days off. But he's fine now and getting ready to play for the Dominican Republic.

He had a tremendous impact on us right away. As did Steve Green.

He is capable of getting both left-handed and right-handed hitters out. He may be called on in certain situations, but I don't see him as a one-batter pitcher.