I've never felt overmatched on the baseball field. I've always been a very strong, dominant position. And I felt that if I did my work as I've done since I was, you know, a rookie back in Seattle, I didn't have a problem competing at any level. So, no.

There is a difference between image and reputation. Image is nice. Reputation is developed over an entire career. Reputation is what I'm searching for.

I'm not a real vocal guy, but sometimes you need to kick someone in the ass.

I believe a champion wins in his mind first, then plays the game, not the other way around.

With what has occurred in my life, the baseball field is where I feel most comfortable. That's what I feel I was born to do and it's what I do best.

I’m fighting for my life, I have to defend myself. If I don’t defend myself, no one else will.

Fear of failure is what fuels me, keeps me on edge and sharp. I'm not as good when I'm comfortable.