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

I'm very distressed that the report was leaked early so that the initial headline said 'dismissed, fired.' That's 180 degrees from the arrangement we have potentially.

I'm ready to do something different.

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

In the end, as a manager or coach, you have to keep your heart pure and do your best as a manager or a coach.

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

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.