I have to go with the approach I had in Triple-A. I need to take a lot of those fastballs I am seeing to left field. Also must gear up for the changeup and take them up the middle.

I believe that everything you work at and want in life is a great challenge.

Every day there is something new you are working on. It is a challenge every day and that is what makes this game so great.

I don't believe a player is ever a finished product.

You obviously want the results but you must do your job in every at-bat and deal with what every situation dictates.

I will respect the limits of my experience but that won't stop me from trying to lead by example of my work. Being a good teammate and picking them up on and off the field is a simple goal of mine.

I have to go with the approach I had in Triple-A. I need to take a lot of those fastballs I am seeing to left field. Also must gear up for the changeup and take them up the middle.