My relationship with George Steinbrenner was great. He was the boss, and I accepted that.

Baseball has changed dramatically since I began my tenure with the Yankees.

I was always a little hesitant to accuse people of loading a bat to hit a ball farther. I was always very hesitant to approach people because I never had any evidence that I had firsthand knowledge of.

A lot of pitchers today are afraid of the ball. Warren Spahn pinch-hit for me when I was a rookie. He hit a sacrifice fly. I couldn't argue. I was 20 years old and just happy to be in the big leagues. And Spahnnie was a good hitter.

Don't be afraid to fail, encourage your talent, and use your heart. And never be unprepared

My 12 years in New York were very, very special, the fans were very special, and it's something I will take with me wherever I go and into retirement.

People are proud of their players.