I like to be against the odds. I'm not afraid to be lonely at the top. With me, it's just the satisfaction of the game. Just performance.

It's a relief now to be able to stand next to my godfather and finally feel like I've accomplished something in the game of baseball.

Losing dad (Bobby Bonds) was the worst thing in the world.

As an athlete, you only have so much time. The window only has so much time and then it closes. You have to take care of yourself the best you can.

I think some of the pressure comes from the expectations of other people. Like if your father played baseball, they expect you to be the big lifesaver or something when you play a sport.

But to be the best, you must face the best. And to overcome your fear, you must deal with the best.

I feel my time in baseball has come and gone. I feel like I had a great career. I had a lot of fun and have a lot of great memories. At one point in time, I'll be able to tell it all. Right now that's in the past. I see things differently. I more want to help.