I loved the game - I loved the competition. But I never had any fun. All hard work - all the time.

You don't always make an out. Sometimes the pitcher gets you out.

Red Sox versus Yankees is the greatest rivalry in sports.

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.

You never know what's going to happen. Anything can happen there... and often does.

When they knock you down, you not only have to get up, but you have to make it clear that you won't be knocked down a second time.

If that guy (Mickey Mantle) were healthy, he'd hit 80 home runs.