Physical ability only goes so far. You have to work hard the rest of the way.

Why tone down my aggressiveness? When I do, I get in trouble.

Passiveness affects everything. It affects you on the bases and on defense. It affects your thinking. I can't be passive.

Even when I'm nervous, I think I'm able to turn that nervous energy into strength.

No, I'm not the prototypical leadoff man. I'm not the prototypical anything. I just try to be the prototypical Jimmy Rollins.

I've got numbers in my head that I'd like to keep to myself. If I get them or pass them, only I will know.

You are recognized by your bat. If you are the best hitting shortstop out there, that's how you win a Gold Glove. That's the way it is. It shouldn't be-it's a defensive award.