Mike Pelfrey Quotations

Next thing I know, Bernie Williams pulled it down the line for a double. I told Castro that's the last time I'm shaking him off.

It's great for them. I want to wish them the best.

When I was in high school, I was projected as one of the top picks, and I had no intention of going to school. But, I had a bad senior year and I fell. Looking back, if I had gone (pro) out of high school, I would not have made it. I wasn't mature enough. ... Going to college was the best thing I ever did.

I've thought about it. It's going to be a challenge coming from the flatlands to the city, but it's definitely something I can adjust to. I'm looking forward to it.

My only concern is to go out and improve every day as a player. I'm positive the Mets will let me know when I'm ready.

Right now, I'm just trying to get acquainted with people, everything and the whole situation.

The biggest adjustment is that guys up here have a plan. Guys in college just go up there and swing. Most guys in college just sit on the fastball. I threw some good pitches. I feel like I'm progressing right where I need to be.

The strike zone can be a little small some days. You have to adjust. I didn't do a good job adjusting today.

He's been great to be around. But it still seems a little funny.

I saw him the other day, he was working out.