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.

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

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

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 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!'

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

I'm not a guy that sets a number of goals. If I can go out and continue to have a consistent approach every day and get to where I feel comfortable enough. Then I go into a game, relax and play, the numbers will take care of themselves.