I want to be known as Dominican-that's what I am, 100 percent ... I have a duty and responsibility to continue the legacy of Dominicans in baseball.

Anyone can forget about talent, but if you're a good person, your name will be remembered a long time.

I've done a lot of growing up and realized a lot of things.

There's no place like New York. And I found out that until you go through it for a season, you really don't know it.

You can take my cars or my house, just don't mess with my clothes.

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