I sensed it was a kind of a bitter moment for them both. I've known them both for a long time, and we really thought they would bring a lot to our team. Then we got down into the numbers of the things and it just didn't work out.
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You can see by the number of closers we have, we have a chance to see some pretty short innings. We're going to be very aware of trying to keep guys from entering in the middle of the inning due to the timing of this thing, but at the same time, we feel we have a lot of depth.Buck Martinez
For so long we have been the teachers around the world. Now I think there's something to be learned from teams like Korea and Japan execution and work ethic.
Buck Martinez
I think Barry Bonds was in a unique situation given his injuries from a year ago, the fact that he played in just 14 games. Even though I spoke to Barry in December and he was enthusiastic and excited about the possibility, I think the closer he got to the reality of spring training, and as he got himself in shape for the regular season and the San Francisco Giants, he felt like it may be too much of a challenge to try to push his body at this point in his career.
Buck Martinez
We're feeling like we got kicked in the stomach. It's a very quiet locker room. It's a tough day. I'm not shocked by any means. The one thing we have learned very quickly in international play is anything can happen. You put your flag on your chest, and people get fueled by that. You see exceptional things being done.
Buck Martinez
His competitive makeup, the fact he throws a lot of strikes and is a no-nonsense, let's-go-get-'em, me-against-you guy. There are guys who might take four or five innings to get into the game. We looked at guys who throw it over the plate and like to compete. He certainly is proud to have that USA banner on his chest, I know that.
Buck Martinez
He has been through this before and he understands the importance of representing your country. I think Jason is one of the best players who's ever strapped on the catching mask. He understands the game, he loves to represent his team, whether it's the Red Sox or Team USA. I'll be very anxious to work with a guy like that.
Buck Martinez
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