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

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.

I've never experienced- besides the birth of my two daughters-the feeling of winning a world championship in New York in the new stadium. It's something I'll never forget.

I'm having a hard time finding a date. I don't trust any women I meet. I'm very skeptical.

I've done a lot of special things in this game, and for none of that to be considered clutch, it's an injustice.

My mother's the most special person in my life ... I consider her my MVP: Most Valuable Parent.

Always follow your dreams, don't let anyone tell you that you can't be something.