Quotes by Larry Parrish

“We need a starter to go deep. Its been a rough series for the bullpen, but so far theyve been up to the task.”

“Its not so much one guy, but you got a flu bug like that, you worry about it going through the locker room.”

“[Ennis] was the guy tonight.”

“Don Kelly came up with a couple clutch hits for us tonight.”

“We didnt swing the bats well for three games really. They [Braves pitching] had to create the runs for us the first game with a bunch of walks, and really we should have won that game Saturday - thats the one that was the killer. Really, we were never in command today.”

“Thats a key guy in our lineup, you need him and he took an ofer in this series. If he doesnt go, then we dont go.”

“God, that is a long time ago. Its not everything, but its a start.”

“To come in and throw strikes and get people out in a pressure situation like this was just outstanding. He showed a lot of poise.”

“You dont expect guys thats in the big leagues to come down here and try to be a part of our team again, and see us do well, and maybe go all the way. Thats been the trademark of this club, how well theyve got along and pulled for each other all year.”

“We couldnt have done it without the support of the fans and we are excited to get out there and try to bring another championship back to Toledo.”

“Hes a valuable guy to have on your club. Whether hes playing, working with the other infielders, or on the bench, he brings a lot of energy. Hes a special kid.”

“Its the first game, and theres a lot of games left. I dont foresee our offense being much of a problem.”

“I know right now the pitchers are fresh, but it looks like nerves. I think the adrenaline was kicking a little high.”

“Its pretty heavy - thats a pretty big trophy. But it was a good feeling. Id like to do it again.”

“Miner pitched well, and the guys in the bullpen have thrown strikes and gone after guys. Theyre making some pitches when they have to. Im really feeling good right now about the way the bullpen has pitched in these first two games.”

“Its just something that everybody has to deal with.”

“Every time you move up a level its a jump, so I think theyre going to be better this year than last year - not that they were bad last year. I just think everything will be easier for them this year.”

“Thats unfortunate, because hes a solid guy. Somebodys going to have to step it up a little bit and fill that role.”

“Were not centering. Weve been late on the fastballs and out in front of the off-speed pitches. Were stuck in the middle.”

“Right now it looks as if were pressing. Guys are swinging at a lot of bad pitches. And when were getting a pitch, were not doing anything with it.”