658 Quotes by Joe Torre

Everything starts with our pitching. When Randy took control early after we get him the lead, that was big for us.

I said to him, 'I need you today, big guy,' ... He didn't budge.

Every game is vital. These are our playoffs now.

I saw a draft of this year's schedule halfway through last year, and you had to see this series right away. The schedule might have been preliminary. But I knew this series wasn't.

I'd hate to think about jumping off the ship after five games into the season. The sky doesn't fall after five games and I'm not concerned.

It's pressure, sure. But it's a good pressure, because George Steinbrenner certainly puts his money where his mouth is. He certainly spends money to put players in the clubhouse.

Opening day is very special. We've waited a long time for this. I left for spring training about two months ago.

I can't tell Randy, 'Be careful; don't get too emotional,' ... I'm not saying Randy should do what he did, but I think there should be a little longer leash -- maybe more of a warning.

It's tough to tell you, aside from Randy and Moose, who the other starters are going to be. Right now we're just digesting all the information and hope everybody gets through all these games without a problem.