May 3, 2001

Q: Has pitcher Mike Robinson made a clean recovery?

A: Mike is ahead of schedule and we are very pleased with his progress. Our staff felt like april was a realistic target date so we're happy he was able to compete earlier. Mike requires more time in between outings than normal right now and we are taking a real cautious approach. He has looked very good on the mound.

Q: Looking down the stretch, will Jeff Bourbon be able to catch the remainder of the season? we hope so, jack. Bourbon handled almost all of the catching last year so he is capable. We have Tristen McDonald behind him and he is a very good catcher with experience from his junior college days. McDonald will definitely catch a lot next year. Also, a true freshman, Brad Beatty is working behind the plate and is projectable even though it is a new position for him.

Keep those questions coming and look next week for the next round of "Coach Hogan Responds".