These forest stands are dynamic and they need proper care in order to regenerate and survive.

Heading into Saturday I was just looking for each individual to battle and improve against tough competition.

Charles was in complete control pitching. He was always ahead in the count and just dominated. All of his pitches were working. This was a great start for him and for our team.

His lungs were so bad they couldn't supply the oxygen his body needed. A respiratory therapist told us his lungs were so hard and infected that it was like trying to pump air into a brick.

I heard a loud pop and thought it was some kids playing with firecrackers.

If you're a GM fan, you stick with GM, and the same thing with Ford or one of the other manufacturers.

In Ike's case, that means another team would have to give up a first-round pick if they were going to make an offer for him. For the right guy, that has happened in the past.

Ike is honored the Steelers organization felt highly enough of his abilities to give him the high tender. Hopefully, this is a precursor to Ike doing a long-term deal with the Steelers this year so he can remain on a championship team.

Ike is thrilled. For him, it's an honor.

I'm excited, I really am. I knew the day before I even wrestled that I was going to see him (today), and I've just been pumped about it.