It's like most anything. If you want to be a loser, there's always a way to dwell on the negative. If you want to win, there's always a way to think positively.

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.

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.

There are always distractions, if you allow them.

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 ready to do something different.

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