When you get to the big leagues, you need to take potential and turn it into performance. You want to be the guy who got the most out of his ability, not the guy who never fulfilled his potential.

If I'm asked to play first, I should be ready. It's nice to be in the lineup, regardless of where you're at.

I'm not really satisfied. I've done all right, but there's room for improvement.

North Dakota is a great state. Everybody is real supportive up there. I couldn't ask for a better place to call home.

It's nice when you put in a lot of hard work and you're recognized and a few people appreciate what you've done.

I'm not one for a lot of media attention.

I read a lot of Socrates in the off-season. Don't print that, or it'll ruin my rep.