I'm not the No. 1 starter. I'm not the guy that's going to carry the staff for four months out of the season, but I can contribute in a lot of ways. And to me I'm very proud of that.

I probably didn't put forth the effort I should have put forth, didn't realize the value of education until I went to college.

I don't expect anyone to give me anything.

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

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

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

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