Oakland revolved around Forbes Field. Nothing in the city could match that atmosphere.

You only have a few years to play this game and you can't play it if you're all tied up in knots.

The bat is gone, but the smile remains.

Playing baseball was my dream, and no amount of money could sway my opinion.

I've witnessed thousands of superior athletes try to becomes hitters and fail at it.

We all wore a 21 patch that one season as a silent tribute to our deceased teammate Roberto.

I never search for a reason why - I have faith in the Lord's purpose.