I like playing for Oakland, they have a very colorful uniform.

You never had the opportunity to play with some of the great ballplayers, but being that close around them, and being in the same category, was a great feeling, to feel that vibe of all the best players who played the game.

Somehow, I've been blessed to be able to have the young spirit inside - not feel like every year I get a year older. I feel like every year I get a year younger. I don't wake up in the morning with aches and pains.

I can still steal a base anytime I get ready.

I love the game and I wanted to continue playing. It came to a time that I had to stop.

I'm already in the (record) books three or four times.

To all the kids out there: Follow your dream. Believe in your dream. Because dreams do come true.