There are always distractions, if you allow them.

The best way to win is to play well early or late in the game. The middle part tends to take care of itself.

It's a really neat and special coincidence, but it's nothing but a coincidence. This wasn't set up to give Matt that honor. It's just the way it worked out. It's a neat extra.

Toughest thing for me as a young manager is that a lot of my players saw me play. They know how bad I was.

The game has never seen a better catcher than YADIER MOLINA.

We never quit trying. I know that's kind of corny, but the fact is we never quit trying. The dugout was alive even when we were behind. And sometimes it works.

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.