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.

I never really worried about stats in the minor leagues. I was more concerned with getting better and bringing a positive attitude every day.

A lot of people wanted me to play college football, but I wanted to get started playing pro baseball.

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 think I forgot, more than I learned anything.

I'm just enjoying playing baseball in the major leagues.

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!'