Brian Sabean Quotes


You've got to be open-minded, but it is an open-ended situation. You have to see him on the field performing for the Giants first to help us win, and ... knowing what that means against records or him retiring as a Giant. But I think you've got to be open-minded, given who it is. - Brian Sabean



You're not going to do it impulsively. It's only April, but we all know the importance of winning games we should win, and you weigh that against performance. If the performance is lacking sometimes, you are willing to make adjustments. You need to be willing to shuffle the deck. - Brian Sabean



Wouldn't be surprised at anything. But he's had a tremendous layoff. I don't care who you are, he's been out a long time. - Brian Sabean



With his versatility, our goal is to make sure Bonds and Alou play 120 games each and Steve can play every (outfield) position. - Brian Sabean



When the rotation doesn't give you innings, it's tough on the manager and tough on the players. Most playoff teams have consistent staffs, and it begins with the starters. - Brian Sabean



When he went out to pitch, everyone felt it was a win day. The guys liked playing behind him. His record is evidence that he had more talent than he was given credit for. - Brian Sabean