We know how good a pitcher Curt Schilling is. The opposing team is prepared to put good swings on him. When he's pitching like he did last Saturday, everybody knows he has it and teams are bringing their 'A' game.

David Ortiz

Curt Good Opposing Pitcher Prepared Swings Team

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