I hated farm work. I always got stuck with the jobs my father and brother didn't want to do.

I've been streaky throughout my career, but I've been trying to become a more consistent hitter.

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

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 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.

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.