Some people enjoy taking a light stroll in the morning and that gives them relief and that sort of feeling. That is what I gain by practicing, by swinging the bat.

You should seek approval from yourself.

The Japanese have a strong tendency to suppress their own feelings. That's the Japanese character. They kill their own emotions.

I've always prided myself in not reveling in past accomplishments and focusing on future achievement, instead. That's been my career motto.

As professionals we have a responsibility of providing a good show for the fans. Getting hits and home runs is what they want to see.

August in Kansas City is hotter than two rats f**king in a sock.

Everybody in the states is so relaxed, and everybody in Japan is so uptight.