The three-thousand hitting thing was the first time I let individual pressure get to me. I was uptight about it. When I saw the hit going through, I had a sigh of relief more than anything.

I never stay away from workouts. I work hard. I've tried to take care of my body. I'll never look back and say that I could have done more. I've paid the price in practice, but I know I get the most out of my ability.

And if I have my choice between a pennant and a triple crown, I'll take the pennant every time.

The moment the game (AL Pennant versus the Twins) was over I sprinted for the dugout. The fans were pouring onto the field. If they'd caught me they'd have torn my uniform into shreds for souvenirs.

This is a strange game.

Ed (Runge), you're the second best umpire in the league. The other twenty-three are tied for first.

Anything less would not have been worthy of me. Anything more would not have been possible.