I've always wanted to be the best in the world as a baseball player, so when I started to think about opening a business, it was with that mindset.

I think I've earned a certain level of respect, based on my accomplishments and my consistency.

My father left me with a saying that I've carried my entire life and tried to pass on to our kids: 'Tough times don't last, tough people do,'

War is by no means something glamorous, and I don't think that should ever be forgotten.

In baseball, I was always in control of everything until I let the ball go.

I tell people all the time that without the fans, I've got nothing.

I don't miss anything I did for a living.