I don't expect any red carpet to the big leagues. If the opportunity comes, then it comes. But I don't think I'm owed anything.

I was taught you never, ever disrespect your opponent or your teammates or your organization or your manager, and never, ever your uniform.

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've been proud to be a lifelong Chicago Cub and still be with the Cubs. That's always been important to me and I think it's always been special

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

I played it right because that's what you're supposed to do – play it right and with respect.

In my day, if a guy came to spring training 20 pounds heavier than what he left, he was considered out of shape and was probably in trouble.