And George Brett. I think most people know that George and I have become pretty good friends over the years.

My brother Larry. He taught me how hard work and dedication to the game was the only way to make it. He's taken care of all my business activities for me and my family for many years, and I thank him for that.

You know raising a family in the lifestyle of a professional athlete can be very difficult.

You know, when I was a young boy I used to play baseball in my back yard or in the street with my brothers or the neighborhood kids. We used broken bats and plastic golf balls and played for hours and hours.

And George Brett. I think most people know that George and I have become pretty good friends over the years.

My high school coach was Ray O'Conner. He has coached a lot of players that have signed professional contracts, and many of those have gone on to play in the major leagues.

I never faced a pitcher with better stuff than Nolan Ryan.