Slowed by injury woes during his three years with the Houston Astros beginning in 2004, Pettitte spoke often about being surprised by how strong and effective his pitching arm felt late in the season.

• 小派2004年开始在太空人的3个球季都被伤所困扰.；不过他今年季末说；他感觉他的手臂状况出奇的好