It wasn't required. He took the initiative.

He claims it's the fried food over here.

My philosophy is we grade makeup out as another tool. To advance in this game and attain the highest level, you have to have the makeup to do it. It's very important to us and our staff.

He'll have a good season if he stays healthy. It's his first season with wood. You never want to put high expectations on a young player.

There's a developmental process in there with all his tools. He shows you the defensive ability, the ability to hit. And obviously, (we're) projecting the power down the road.