That was huge. To score runs right off the bat like that is a big factor. It takes a lot of weight off your back. You don't have to worry too much when that happens.

It's huge. We're both among the best teams in the league. I think we're equally talented. We both have great hitters; we both have great pitching and great defense. It's just a matter a who comes out to play. We showed up ready to play.

[Tuesday's win] gives us so much confidence. We were 7-1 before, and now we're 1-0 to begin league, and we had to beat a very good Golden West team to do it. This is an important stepping stone for us.

If this is right, I'd rather be wrong
If this is sight, I'd rather be blind

When [Howell] spun the ball came loose and it was right there for me to take.

I am really liking it right now. I really feel like I'm fitting in with the guys. We're all playing well right now.