You always dream about being on a baseball card. It's kind of funny when you finally see 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.

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

Funny... I still can't believe in God." "Does that matter now?"..."He believes in you.

God why do I storm heaven for answers that are already in my heart? Every grace I need has already been given me. Oh lead me to the Beyond within.

He was Will, in all his perfect imperfection; Will, whose heart was as easy to break as it was carefully guarded; Will, who loved not wisely but entirely and with everything he had.

I am honored that they would include me in the Cabinet as a member and contributor.

If I can make an impact, I want to help some kids and bridge the gap between soccer and celebrity in America.

I enjoy walking by myself on the same paths where, as a little boy, I delighted in following my father around.

A bachelor is only half a man

We are not our brother’s keeper we are our brother and we are our sister. We must look past complexion and see community.

Inspiration exists, but you have to find it working.

Winners aren't popular, losers often are.