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

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.

I'm ready to do something different.

Even when you have three strikes, you're still not out. There is always something else you can do.

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

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

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