I had hard times, but I didn't give up. The injury got better, and the pitching and focus got better, and a better team and better people – people (who) make me more comfortable.

Everyone was concentrating so hard. That [concentration] allowed him to make that play.

I was trying to refresh myself. Today against Kansas City I was concentrating on my pace, not to get the win. I want to make my body ready for the next [World Baseball Classic] game.

It was too bad he couldn't go longer than five innings. But he did a good job, but the manager wanted to use more pitchers.

Our goal was to get the win. This was an important win for us. I didn't expect to go three innings but was glad to help the team.

If Japan considers us a rival, as members of the Korean team, that means we are a strong team. We will play Japan, and one of us will win. For me, it will be a splendid experience.