I had to prepare physically every day, and I didn't leave many scraps for the writers

I was in the postseason twice and I'm thankful for that

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

I was taught coming up in the Phillies organization to be seen and not heard by people like Pete Rose, my hero growing up, and players like Mike Schmidt and Steve Carlton and Manny Trillo.

I didn't play the game right because I saw a reward at the end of the tunnel.

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.

I had to prepare physically every day, and I didn't leave many scraps for the writers