Work ethic has always been stressed in my family. My dad is going to be 80 years old and he still works part time. My mom just retired a couple years ago and she's in her mid- to late 70s.

I've had some great examples in my career of how to do things the right way.

I've pitched too many innings and pitched too many years - one game doesn't make or break my career.

I've always approached spring training as I have something to prove.

It was a dream come true to be drafted by a pro team and have the opportunity to play.

Work ethic has always been stressed in my family. My dad is going to be 80 years old and he still works part time. My mom just retired a couple years ago and she's in her mid- to late 70s.

Everyone is entitled to their own opinions, which people don't seem to be shy about expressing.