Ever since I was a little kid, the last thing I wanted to do was lose. I hated losing. I still hate it. I guess you can see that when I'm out there.

I know winning 20 is a special kind of thing, but I'd rather get into the playoffs, and be strong for the playoffs.

I look at scouting reports, but don't let them dictate what I'm throwing.

Because I have so much life on my pitches, I can get away with getting too much of the plate every now and then.

I practice on the acoustic guitar a little bit, but I think I have reached the peak of my talent.

Hitters are too big, too strong, and their bats are too quick. I have to go inside to have success.

I've matured a lot as a pitcher. I understand what my strengths are. I've learned that I've got a great sinker, I get a lot of ground balls, and it's easy to get a ground-ball double play.