People think the leadoff spot is a big deal. I tell people you're going to lead off the first inning, and after that, you can be a No. 4 hitter or No. 3 hitter.

I want to be more consistent. I wanna get hits. I wanna get my average back up where people think I can hit.

My dad taught me how to play. He was a great amateur player in Curacao.

I love taking hits away from guys and seeing their reaction.

Every year I try to make adjustments and learn.

I just go out there and try to help my teammates any way I can. They are on me a lot to be in the lineup and do stuff for the team, but sometimes it's just...frustrating.

I know what my job is. I know what I've got to do. I've got to keep getting better.