223 Quotes by Buddy Bell

I think we're all very optimistic. Because of the changes we made over the winter, because of the chemistry we developed through the course of spring training, I think we all feel pretty good about where we're at right now.

Once again Scotty pitched well. We just couldn't get a big out when we needed it. We are just going through one of those spells.

I thought Scotty battled pretty well today. I don't think he had his great stuff, but he kind of does what he always does -- he gets through innings and gives us a chance to win.

Not only did we bounce back, but we bounced back again.

I think all their command was off, which is pretty typical. We're going to have to deal with lack of command for a while, as most of the Rangers pitchers were dealing with it, too. I don't pay much attention to it. Having them to be able to repeat their delivery is going to take some time. As far as results, I don't pay a whole lot of attention the first week to 10 days.

Any time you're in a situation like J.P. is you want every outing to be a good one. I hope to think we're smarter than to put everything on one outing. That's obviously going to be a consideration because we've got to make a decision, but he's had some other outings that have been pretty good.

I think the two rain delays didn't help matters.

The fact we made only one error is not bad for a Spring Training game.

Results are everything, I guess. Denny just has to be more consistent in the strike zone. Overall he was good, but could be better.