Losing gets old. It’s just been a heck of a month, to be honest with you.

We’re all responsible. I’m the leader, the captain of the ship, and I have to take responsibility.

I’m a big boy. I’ve been through enough that I understand how things are.

The guy has power, there's no question about it, ... The peaks and valleys, that's going to be the decision on Carlos Pena. Are we getting to a point where we're getting more consistent? I would say that I'm seeing some signs, sure. That's why I want to see this all the way to the end. I wouldn't want to see a total dropoff myself.

How important is he to the club? My gosh, he's at the top of the list.

I'd say, right now, he's their ace. They have a few aces as far as I'm concerned.

his ability to get along with everybody -- making you feel welcome.

I hear frustration. I certainly am frustrated myself.

I hope I get to continue with this because there is some unfinished business. I'm going to be in baseball for many more years, whether it is here or not. I'm not done. I'm confident that I can do this.

I like what I see of him, but there's room for improvement.