I learned a lot in the Minor Leagues, spending six years there. I honed my skills, as far as coaching goes. I was able to work with the players in a lot of facets of the game.

If you're in the minor leagues, you want to get to the majors.

A lot of people say this honor validates my career, but I didn't work hard for validation.

When did it - When did it become okay for someone to hit home runs and forget how to play the rest of the game?

I think sometimes Hall of Famers might get labeled as guys who aren't suited for a coaching job or to be back at the Major League level.

I got into pro ball at 18 and played until I was almost 39, non-stop.

I was in awe every time I walked on to the field