He shows a calmness and an inner strength that I really like. He was pitching in the eighth inning last year with some success. He seems like he relishes the [closer] role. His face lights up. He's confident, and it's all about confidence, the whole gig.

Bob McClure

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I think the kid can take to this job. He shows the calmness. He shows an inner strength that I really like, plus he has a plus-fastball. Guys don't look real comfortable hitting off him.

— Bob McClure

He looks like he's coming after you.

— Bob McClure

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— Bob McClure

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— Bob McClure

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— Bob McClure