I want to be consistent from the first day of the season to the last.

I work hard on my defense. It's something I take pride in, but it's nothing that I want to brag about. It's part of my game.

I love hitting-that's my favorite part of the game.

I don't like to play slow or softly. I like to play hard. Always.

2004 has to be my year. No more excuses.

When you go to home plate with a lot of confidence, you feel that you can hit any pitch.

I'm confident, but not so confident that I'm cocky.