Quotes by Jason Christiansen

“Hes just now figuring that out? Of course our arms are weary. Were run through like a turnstile.”

“I was basically trying to get a feel for my pitches. I hadnt pitched to hitters since Oct. 1. Its been a while.”

“I think all of us are starting to adjust to the fact Armandos gone. Tyler is doing the job well. Its hard for us because nobody has specific roles, so its about making adjustments.”

“I dont think attitudes of ballplayers have changed over the years.”

“Its good to get out of a situation where you pitch a good game and the guys ask, Did you miss Barry today? Life goes on without that guy coming to the park. The last five months, we saw him about 20 days. Its tough to answer questions about someone you dont know anything about unless you go on his Web site.”

“Its disappointing, but Im not going to let it get me down,”

“My numbers havent been that great this year against left-handers. Ive been inconsistent. Maybe that was the deciding factor.”

“I have a lot of respect for Barry and what he does. I wish something like this didnt come up.”

“Im not commenting until I see whats written,”

“I have a lot of respect for Barry. Im glad hes back in uniform. I wish something like that wouldnt come up because it distracts from what theyre doing. They should be looking at the positive - with him being in uniform - and making a little run.”