Lloyd McClendon Quotes
There is a direct correlation between power and pitching to win ball games. When we [hit home runs], we are very successful. We're well aware of the fact that we need to upgrade the offense. We need more production, more power in the lineup.
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From a physical standpoint, he looks to be okay, but you can't deny that he's going into uncharted territory. It's an extra four-five starts, so we've got to monitor it carefully. And, regardless of what we come up with, it's going to be an ongoing evaluation of how he's doing from one start to the next.
- Lloyd McClendon
It's real easy to say, 'Give him a breather and let someone else close,' ... It takes a different animal to get it done. Those are the toughest three outs in baseball to get. Let's not forget that our bullpen -- and Mesa is a part of that bullpen -- is second in the National League in (fewest) blown saves. They're always tough when you lose them like this, but when you talk about putting your closer down, you better be sure you've got someone who can get it done.
- Lloyd McClendon
