The learning curve compared to last year, where we installed a new system and a new defense in the first read more

The learning curve compared to last year, where we installed a new system and a new defense in the first three weeks, isn't as steep this season. Now that we've had a year to work with the kids, I think we can build on our success.

The Islamic world took a real beating because of what the clerics did in northern Nigeria, ... Islamic countries should read more

The Islamic world took a real beating because of what the clerics did in northern Nigeria, ... Islamic countries should be praised for doing so much to bring the spread of polio back under control.

Anything can be discussed at the negotiating table. We have no red lines on anything.

Anything can be discussed at the negotiating table. We have no red lines on anything.

He has a ton of talent. He has always put up numbers in the minor leagues. And he's a great read more

He has a ton of talent. He has always put up numbers in the minor leagues. And he's a great cook - great Mexican food.

We took our time to examine all potential alternatives, contacted every team, and tried to make the best deal we read more

We took our time to examine all potential alternatives, contacted every team, and tried to make the best deal we could. I think there were a lot of teams, like us, that liked his talent, but found it hard to find a spot on their major league team.

It (first game) could have been different, you never know.

It (first game) could have been different, you never know.

These are characters in a fairy tale for grown-ups. Wouldn't it be lovely? Yes.

These are characters in a fairy tale for grown-ups. Wouldn't it be lovely? Yes.

The stretch pant is a big and well-known segment for us. We chose the song because we wanted to create read more

The stretch pant is a big and well-known segment for us. We chose the song because we wanted to create an upbeat, energetic and fun mood for the spring.

Clearly, the[former] governor of Massachusetts has a lot of homework to do on the problems facing our state. When he read more

Clearly, the[former] governor of Massachusetts has a lot of homework to do on the problems facing our state. When he finally gets around to it, he'll see that the problems we face require real solutions rather than stale political rhetoric.