The players and parents really rallied around him this season.

The players and parents really rallied around him this season.

Nate senses when we're in danger. He had some big drives and foul shots down the stretch and really takes read more

Nate senses when we're in danger. He had some big drives and foul shots down the stretch and really takes it over.

I have faith in the boys. The man upstairs blessed us. The boys have talent and it shows. They are read more

I have faith in the boys. The man upstairs blessed us. The boys have talent and it shows. They are awesome players and good athletes.

Photography helps people to see.

Photography helps people to see.

The whole game is about throwing and catching. The teams that do that the best comes out on top.

The whole game is about throwing and catching. The teams that do that the best comes out on top.

I have a very warm spot in my heart for Vegas.

I have a very warm spot in my heart for Vegas.

People talk about it being so heavy, but right now it feels weightless around my neck.

People talk about it being so heavy, but right now it feels weightless around my neck.

I'm very pleased with my performance and being up there with Karin and Joane, both of whom I look up read more

I'm very pleased with my performance and being up there with Karin and Joane, both of whom I look up to is great. I hope to be in their seats in future years.

Last year (Carpenter) learned to pitch with no pain. Now he's coming out this year and throwing at his best. read more

Last year (Carpenter) learned to pitch with no pain. Now he's coming out this year and throwing at his best. He's just stronger. You take that whole group of guys and the seasons they all had last year, and they just took all that confidence into this year. Add Mark Mulder to that mix and there are five guys who can win every night.