My pitching philosophy is simple. I believe in getting the ball over the plate and not walking a lot of men.

When I gave up a grand slam to Pete LaCock, I knew it was time to quit.

I owe the public just one thing - a good performance.

Believe me, I would much rather get three outs on three pitches than three outs on nine pitches, because that's going to make me that much stronger at the end of the game. My pitching philosophy is simpe. I believe in getting the ball over the plate and not walking a lot of men.

A great catch is like watching girls go by. The last one you see is always the prettiest.

It is not something I earned or acquired or bought (the ability to pitch). It is a gift. It is something that was given to me - just like the color of my skin.

When I was playing I never wished I was doing anything else. I think being a professional athlete is the finest thing a man can do.