My first ball I ever got from a big-league player I actually got to purchase in Dodger Stadium in a silent auction, was Reggie Jackson.

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 first ball I ever got from a big-league player I actually got to purchase in Dodger Stadium in a silent auction, was Reggie Jackson.

We grew up poor, very poor, but I am very proud of where I come from.

Some other things I don't miss: the media and the pressure of just being asked to do, and being asked questions every day.

None of the teams that actually probably were offering me a job from the getgo, actually in spring training, are in the playoffs right now.

I like the challenge. I do not like the attention.