Bruce Bochy Quotes

"There's going to be a little more sense of comfort with him now. He knows this club, he knows the city, so it's nice to have him on the bench. He gives us depth and insurance in case something happens."

"At this age, I can't wear him into the ground. It's just too demanding a position. When you catch as much as he has over the years, it takes a toll on you. He can't do the things on a regular basis that he used to."

"Ryno is a presence, a force, ... When he's right, he can carry the ballclub. I thought he swung pretty good [on Monday night, going 1-for-3]. He needs to quit breaking it down [mentally] and go up there and let it go. When you struggle, you're getting ideas from everybody. He needs to keep it simple."

"When you do it three out of four games, you really believe it,"

"It's up to him now to continue his progress and get back to playing like we think he can."

"I didn't think gender was even an issue anymore."

"The pitching staff has a sense of comfort with him. He has stepped in and done a great job. He has helped stabilize this team behind the plate, and given us some offense, too."

"It's hard to throw much better than that, ... He made it look easy. He had great command, good sinking action and was getting ground balls. He made adjustments, and it looks like he took it out there."

"The failure to add on runs after a big first inning has been a problem. We've talked about it. We have to come out if it."

"He's an impact player, one that's going to the Hall of Fame. Those guys have a swagger to them with their presence."

"You know what, that's one of the greatest feats in all of sports, ... You know what, it's not that easy. Especially with all of those rookies they've played."

"I think he's still feeling the effects from the broken toe. I don't think he's fully recovered; he's trying to find his swing right now. That's why I want to give him a couple of days off to clear his mind."

"He didn't have a full tank. It's tough to pitch when you're not at full strength. He's still battling this thing. He hasn't gained all of his weight back."

"Obviously, we're looking at at least a couple of months. They feel they can get his strength back before the end of the season."

"His presence and ability to do some damage can help get this offense clicking."

"I wouldn't put him in the five-hole if I didn't think he was (capable). I think he's got discipline. He's got a nice swing and I think he could be a very productive guy in our lineup hitting in the 5-6-7 hole."

"They are perfect in their execution."

"He doesn't play golf or poker like most players. He loves the outdoors. One thing about Ryan, he takes excellent care of himself. He doesn't stay out late and abuse himself. His interests are different. I do think he'll have a good year. He knows what's at stake."

"I hate to think that Trevor Hoffman would not be in a San Diego uniform, ... When you think of Trevor, you think of San Diego."

"I'll just chalk it up as an off night for him,"