I think this industry got drunk on roller coasters. Big roller coasters simply do not get the return on investments that they used to.

I just think there was a disconnect when the White Sox got out to such a big lead.

It's been a big roller-coaster ride, but that makes it that much sweeter. We've been through a lot of ups and downs. That's what perseverance and mental toughness are all about: how you respond to negative times.

We've had serious discussions. We like the player and think he'd be a good complement to our club. It's not a done deal, but at this point we're optimistic.

But I'm not so think as you drunk I am

The Orioles' Dick Hall comes off the mound like a drunk kangaroo on roller skates.