The last thing I want to do... is offend people and ostracize myself.

Like me or don't like me, I'm not going to adjust my behavior, just to gain a few more positive fans.

I have a group of close personal friends that are all my world. My family is my world. And as long as those people are happy with me, then I'm happy with myself.

I'm merely a baseball player, guys. In the great scheme of things, my thoughts, opinions and attitudes are of little importance.

The last thing I want to do... is offend people and ostracize myself.

I have hurt people. It was unintentional, but nevertheless, there was damage done.

I am extremely sorry for the stress and confusion I have brought on the Braves organization.