44 Quotes by Brian Graham

He felt he was comfortable from a developmental standpoint and had gotten enough innings in. I think that's his best role.

He's a bullpen guy. I don't think there is any doubt that's the role he's best cut out for.

He is very mature in terms of his poise, his composure and the way he goes about his business. Any time a young player can get this kind of experience to kind of expedite his development, it's a great spot for him.

Jose Bautista needs at-bats. He's shown he has that power, that he can hit at Class AA, which was exactly the right level for him last year. If he does the same thing in Indianapolis this year, then he's earned the chance to be the everyday third baseman in Pittsburgh.

I think they stepped it up, and we didn't. They were putting high pressure on us, and we were just falling back.

Patrick was just a wonderful person. He was the guy who lit up the room.

Michael worked ahead in the count most of the game, and we made some plays behind him. Wilson has been coming on lately after struggling early in the season. We are counting on him to be a big stick.

You just have to know something like that to have a good at-bat in that situation. Our purpose in doing this is to see where they are and adjust our teachings accordingly.

We've got some great arms in this organization. It's a little bit scary if you stop and think about it.