I grew up with video games. My generation kind of grew up with the Nintendo and the Sega Genesis. Then, I had a Dreamcast and, finally, the PlayStation. So yeah, I've always been a big gamer.

When times get rough, keep your head up.

I've always been big. I'm never going to be an underwear model. But I am who I am, and that has its advantages and disadvantages.

Before I came here, I had people telling me what a tough place New York is, how other players came here and struggled. But I never let that bother me. I came here because I want to win.

It's a great feeling to have the stadium rocking and chanting my name.

I need to stay calm and just pitch my game.

I was lucky enough to watch my son hit a grand slam at sports camp, and that was great. Yes, I may miss some things, but honestly, I think I get to see more than a dad who works a daily 9 to 5.

Baseball is a game-I just go out there and enjoy it.

I guess I'm getting older. I hate to say it, but I guess I am.

I don't care much about my personal record. I just want to be able to pitch in the playoffs.

I definitely care. I'm very competitive, but I am satisfied with my delivery and that I only missed with a few pitches.

There is no other enemy of a human being except his own nature.

Losing is no disgrace if you've given your best.

And that's where I'm finally at today - my life is about being with my family. This is what's important.

At the end of 'Illusions,' readers should see the inevitable coming.

Men find happiness neither by means of the body nor through possessions, but through uprightness and wisdom.

When the ladies see an athlette walking around, they think, Well, he got the cocaine, so let's go get high with him.

Women who love themselves are threatening; but men who love real women, more so.

John Wesley said that if you give up the witchcraft, you must give up the Bible. He is right. The choice is easy for me.

Sir Alex Ferguson ceases to amaze me as a manager

Control, edit and distill.