My mother made sure we stayed involved in the church and the things of God. My relationship with Christ came about through that and the influences of my mother and grandmother helped my faith to grow.

I go out every day and try to play great defense. I know my hitting will improve.

When I rely on my faith, I know God wants to reward and bless me but not because of some great act that I did but because of who He is.

I try to walk like Christ in my life. If I strike out, I don't curse, or throw my bat or hit things back in the dugout, I try to quietly just put my helmet back. I may be very upset but I try to control myself.

I wouldn't play in Minnesota unless my career was at an end and I had to go to Minnesota to play the game.

I always think about what would Christ do in any circumstances.

Now you have kids that say, 'I wanna be Torii Hunter one day.' Man, I love that.