The thing I learned when I was playing was that your best way of winning was to make it difficult for the other team to score in the last three innings.

To me, there is no more conscientious umpire in the Major Leagues than Jim Joyce. He gives you a hellacious effort every time.

I'm a great believer in the character of the club. To me, character has a lot to do with how you compete. That creates urgency and toughness. That elevates the talent that you have.

You can be stupid once, but idiotic to do it again. I'll settle for being stupid.

Being involved in competition is a privilege and an opportunity. Seek to make the most of that opportunity by pushing yourself to the limit of your abilities. When it is over, you will have earned the respect of your opponents, your coaches, and yourself.

Anything that disturbs your comfort factor is good for you.

There are always distractions, if you allow them.