I get a lot of kids distracted. Sometimes they got to go cover left field, but they're over here talking to me, getting an autograph.

Whether you like it or not, the last few years I'd be the first one to tell you I haven't been the Pedro Martinez that I'm used to being.

My brother never got an opportunity to throw a pitch, and I didn't want the same thing to happen to another young kid.

I believe I have a responsibility that goes along with the money I make. I can help a lot of people.

I love my teammates, and I'll do anything for them.

When I go to the plate, I think about putting the ball in play. It's important to get on base and get some walks, but I don't go to the plate thinking of walking.

Actually the adrenaline of the game will probably help me out a little bit to regain command and concentration about the things that I have to do.