Ned Colletti Both Quotations

They were precautionary. Both of those situations, we could have let them go. Both could have become a problem if we would have done that, with the rehab being longer because the damage would have been greater.

It was tough to trade both of them. Omar had a need in the bullpen. I felt I have a need in the rotation.

Brian goes about his position in a very methodical and thoughtful way. He also has developed a great relationship with ownership. They are so respectful of baseball operations. It's about as good a match as you can have between baseball ownership and operations, and it works. There is respect both ways.

We met again today. I can tell you from my perspective both meetings were very good.

We met again today. He came out again today with Mia. I can tell you from my perspective both meetings were very good. They took the time to come out here two days in a row.

Every successful team has true baseball players with the makeup, drive and desire of Bill Mueller. His ability to hit from both sides of the plate will give (manager Grady Little) additional maneuverability.