I was set to go to Oregon to play college baseball and football.

I always tried to watch the pitcher and his complete windup from the moment he had the ball in his glove all the way through his motion, and tried to follow it all the way out of his hand, all the way to home plate.

Life is precious and time is a key element. Let's make every moment count and help those who have a greater need than our own.

How the hell can you play here?

Joe Mauer's the real deal. He is absolutely wonderful. Not only is he a great player, but he's a great human being. He's the kind of guy you'd like to see be your son.

Look for the seams (on a knuckleball) and then hit in-between them.

When I was 14, and for the next four years, I was lifting and hauling 10-gallon milk cans full of milk. That will put muscles on you even if you're not trying.