I can count my friends on one hand.

Big league defense is going to get outs most times.

I need to have perspective. That's one of the big things former players told me, to not try to live up to anything, just live up to yourself.

The outfield is solid, so is the catching and the infield.

I'm not trying to be cocky, but I set such a high standard for myself. I'm not happy when I pitch seven innings and give up two runs and get a win.

It's not like I'm some kind of veteran and there is this huge age gap. I identify with them more off the field. I need to set an example, which is great, and I look forward to doing just that.

I refuse to be molded into some stereotypical ballplayer that has no interests, really, no life, no depth, no intelligence.