I loved to hit with men on base and with the game on the line.

I love September, especially when we're in it.

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

I'm a God-fearing man who worships with my heart and with my life.

I eventually became proud of my strikeouts, because each one represented another learning experience.

If a reporter doesn't like the person he's writing about, it shows up in his article.

Unfortunately, inner feelings and potential are often stunted by our parents, relatives or peers.