I have five young children, and I take being a role model very seriously.

I trust that I can hit a fastball, that I can hit any pitch they throw to me.

I'm a really smart player. If you tell me something, I get it quickly. If there is something wrong with my hitting, tell me what's wrong and I'll pick it up right away. That's the best thing I have going for me, my ability to listen to a coach and fix what I'm doing wrong.

In my heart and mind, I know I can hit anybody. I'm always relaxed. It's hard to explain. It's like playing with my kids. It feels natural.

If I need to help my team and play a different position for that game because somebody is hurt or they want to give a day off to somebody, I'll do it.

I never take things for granted. I always look to help out me teammates, to win and be better.

I hope by the time that I'm done in this game, I can have half the numbers Stan Musial had in his career.