I attribute being a good center fielder to many things, but being outside with friends as a kid, running around and racing, that was a big part of it.

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 want to hit the ball and I want to get at-bats. The results really dont matter to me.

When I see that little white ball go up, I want to catch it, no matter what. If I have to knock myself silly doing it, so be it.

I just didn't have no edge for baseball. Once special coach Tony Oliva and former Twins coach Al Newman told me what happened, I couldn't function.

People see dark faces out there, and the perception is that they're African American. They're not us. They're impostors.

Spring training is for getting to know your teammates and forming a chemistry. I dont like it.

With faith, I know that everything will be taken care of. Even the difficult times become learning experiences to help make my faith stronger.

I'd rather save a home run than hit one. I've always been like that. Defense is what I pride myself on.

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.

Christ always had a passion for whatever He was doing. That's how I try to define myself as an athlete. That's the example I try to follow.

The past informs our present and our future.

Learning never stops till the very end of life's existence from whoever and at whatever time or situations.

My mother said I must always be intolerant of ignorance but understanding of illiteracy. That some people, unable to go to school, were more educated and more intelligent than college professors.

I'm in a position of feeling secure enough so that I can say what I think is right and if so many people think it's wrong that I get fired, well, I've got enough to eat.

Java isn't platform independent; it is a platform

My favorites growing up were always Billy Joel, Michael Jackson... and Placido Domingo.

If you don't shut up, how can I answer your questions!

I obtain my center by remembering to breathe when in a difficult situation. My daily routine includes prayer, workouts, and meditation.

If you can't figure out your purpose, figure out your passion. For your passion will lead you right into your purpose.

A critic without a good eye is a eunuch in a harem.