I can't imagine Joe DiMaggio was a better all-around player than Dale Murphy.

Dick Moss, my agent. Dick became my agent in 1979 when I signed my contract with the Houston Astros.

I had the pleasure, as Robin said, to live a childhood dream as many young Americans and Puerto Rican children live that play youth baseball. And I feel honored and very thankful for that opportunity.

It took me a while to figure that out and to realize what a gift that I had been given. And when I finally did, I dedicated myself to be the best pitcher I possibly could be, for as long as I possibly could be.

I can honestly say it took two full years for me to get over the fact that I was no longer a baseball player.

And I'm a believer that you take a negative and turn it into a positive, and as it turned out, it was one of the best things that ever happened to me. And so I do appreciate the Ranger staff and the Ranger organization for giving me that opportunity.

Put the right pitching mechanics together with good health, and there's nothing surprising about lasting a long time.