“It's about 10 to 15 degrees hotter playing on that turf. Coaches just have to be smart about it. When it's hot, practice early in the morning or later in the evening.”
Danny Haney
“When you are getting pounded in the turf, I think you will throw it high. That is my department and we will get it fixed.”
Dave Ewart
“I've been playing on turf like that. I just didn't read that ball very good.”
Franklin Gutierrez
“I am used to the turf, because that is what I played on in Minnesota with the Thunder. The atmosphere here with the fans and my teammates helped me to feel comfortable.”
Melvin Tarley
“This is newer, fresher comedic turf to be playing on. The fact that Ivan is attached only gives me more confidence.”
Peter Liguori
“I was a little upset when he was that close during the early part. But on this turf course, it doesn't look like you can close much ground. It just shows how versatile a horse he is. He can come from way far back or he can lay up on a very fast pace. I don't think you've seen the best of this horse.”
Bobby Frankel
“He was really playing well and was cranked for this game. He got his foot caught in the turf.”
Barry Alvarez