"Often the best stuff in the store is found by chance or because I need something for myself," he says.

For once, Johnson did not have the best stuff in the park.

His best stuff had all been written while they were together.

He's gone out there and said here's my best stuff.

No matter who was out there, I just decided to come with my best stuff.

"I've had my best stuff the last two games and have nothing to show for it."

But it's a slow process to get to the best stuff.

Most good pitchers can win when they have their best stuff.

But he looked terrific despite not having his best stuff.

"He didn't have his best stuff and our guys got on him early."