I want to keep things simple and keep my energy focused on moving forward.

I just go out every day and try to work hard.

You have to look past the cool things and play the game. That's why you're here, to play the game.

I had some tough times. Now that I look back on it, I'm very grateful for those times. I know now that I needed them. But at the time you think, 'Man, I wish I could just get to the major leagues!'

You get into pro ball and you realize all the guys were the best players on their teams. You have to keep moving forward.

I try to work hard. I try to set a good example. I don't look at it as though I've got to be a leader. I just try to behave the way I think I should behave. If that results in a leadership role, great.

We had a lot of adversity, but we found a way.