It was not one of his best games. But, with that, we have to give credit to the other team, too. They came in hacking. They came in swinging.

He knows about baseball. Also, he has Tony giving him advice and he's one of the best in baseball. Jose is going to be one of the best.

Albert is a great teammate and a great person who is one of the best players in baseball. I take advice from him. He wants to know how you're doing and is willing to help make me a better hitter. He always has been that way since I've known him. I'm lucky to be with him right now.

If something's not working and it doesn't feel right, I'm not going to keep doing the same thing. I've had a hard time getting comfortable. I've fouled pitches off I should have hit. It's frustrating.

He came into the dugout laughing. He said it was about time he hit one out.

In September, he kept it nice and easy. The concentration wasn't there.