Some things are meant to be and if it was, you will know it.

I'm a terrible singer. I feel lucky to play baseball. You can't be gifted in everything.

Enjoy your sweat because hard work doesn't guarantee success, but without it you don't have a chance.

Always follow your dreams, don't let anyone tell you that you can't be something.

Be respectful. Treat people the way you want to be treated. Respect the lowest rank and the highest rank and you'll never get in trouble.

Fear of failure is what fuels me, keeps me on edge and sharp. I'm not as good when I'm comfortable.

I believe a champion wins in his mind first, then plays the game, not the other way around.

I want to be known as Dominican-that's what I am, 100 percent ... I have a duty and responsibility to continue the legacy of Dominicans in baseball.

There is a difference between image and reputation. Image is nice. Reputation is developed over an entire career. Reputation is what I'm searching for.

You can have fun, respect the game and also play it hard. When you have that combination, you're going to put yourself in a position to be successful.

I've done a lot of special things in this game, and for none of that to be considered clutch, it's an injustice.

Everything you want is on the other side of fear.

Education is the only currency which you can spend in every country of the world without losing its value.

Being happy at work is possible for all of us, anytime & anywhere, with open eyes and a caring heart

The liberation from ignorance and tyranny was a long war, because the oppressors always had the advantage. They smooth-talked the masses with lies and promises.

In order for you to insult me, I would first have to value your opinion.

Each book has a secret history of ways and means.

No, thanks," said Harry. "The toilet's never had anything as horrible as your head down it— it might be sick." Then he ran, before Dudley could work out what he'd said.

I look forward to the day when the Westminster Parliament is just a council chamber in Europe

Benevolence, like religion, awes even those it cannot win.

Seems like there's always someone who disapproves. They'll judge it like they know about me and you.