I don't expect people to feel sorry for me. My teammates get more upset about the criticism and booing than I do.

It takes a lot of pressure off you just to go out and play, and your talent sometimes shines even more when you don't worry about individual stuff.

I love the challenge of the game. I love the work. My goal right now is to have a season next year that will make people forget about this one. I'll use things like this for motivation. I'm pumped. I'm hungry.

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

If my life depended on it - if my daughter's life depended on it - I'd want Mariano Rivera closing. Wouldn't you?

I don't care if people like me or not. Respect is more important.

I've learned in my career, it is much better to be recognized for all the great things you do on the field.