John Farrell Quotes

Whitney has looked very good. He's been one of the most encouraging things we've seen so far this spring. - John Farrell

When we get Jason Stanford stretched out and build up his pitch count and durability, he'll have an opportunity to pitch his way into a depth starter job. He'll need two to two-and-a-half months to get back to that level. - John Farrell

What he has shown here is what he has shown from his first start in Double-A two years ago, pitching in a playoff atmosphere. One thing we've seen repeatedly is every time we've challenged him, he's responded favorably with an increase in his stuff, whether it be through velocity or action. - John Farrell

We take an approach toward Spring Training that we're not only getting legs and arms and timing in shape. We're getting their minds in shape as well. - John Farrell

We just don't want dangerous, psychiatric people. - John Farrell

We get former Major Leaguers and former Indians with genuine interest involved and more familiar with our development approach. Cory is clearly interested in that. This is an opportunity for us to take a look at his ability to communicate. - John Farrell

We feel he still can benefit from innings at the Triple-A level. Whether that's 10 starts or 15 starts, it's not a predetermined number. We were fortunate last year in that a sixth starter was only needed [in the big leagues] on a few occasions. At some point, provided the opportunity arises and the need is there, I think Jeremy Sowers will be ready. - John Farrell

We do feel confident and really feel for the first time in five years that our starting pitching depth is coming from original draft choices of the Indians. What goes along with that is youth and physical durability. It's encouraging. - John Farrell

This virus is deadly to some birds, but not all birds, so some birds can carry it and appear healthy. What do people need to know, number one, is there's no reason for panic. - John Farrell

This kid is only 19 years old? ... Unbelievable. - John Farrell

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