222 Quotes by Brian Cashman

He knows whatever time he needs, he should take. Our prayers are with him. His family is going through a very difficult time right now.

It took several conversations. But anytime you can keep these things out of the arbitration arena, that's preferred.

It took as long as it did for a reason, ... My preference was to stay, but I was prepared to go if I had to.

The only thing that's changed is it's getting better.

Joe has a great deal of trust in him. Joe has worked close with Ron for a number of years, and he's been talking to him for three years about replacing Mel when Mel decided to retire. This is the man he wanted.

It will be good to have him back. He had a great tournament.

It was great to see him come out and throw with the stuff he had today. Obviously, when he's right, he's very, very difficult, so thankfully he was right on today.

I was calling around looking for anybody who was available. I was desperate for pitching, and he was available. There wasn't anything about him we particularly liked other than that we could get him.

I think we're a better team. That's the hope, but you have to play it out.