I Got Into Pro Ball At 18

I Was In Awe Every Time I Walked On To The Field

In My Day, If A Guy Came To Spring Training 20 Pounds Heavier Than What He Left, He Was Considered Out Of Shape And Was Probably In Trouble.

A Lot Of People Say This Honor Validates My Career, But I Didn't Work Hard For Validation.

I Was Taught You Never, Ever Disrespect Your Opponent Or Your Teammates Or Your Organization Or Your Manager, And Never, Ever Your Uniform.

If This Validates Anything, It's That Learning How To Bunt And Hit-and-run And Turning Two Is More Important Than Knowing Where To Find The Little Red Light On The Dugout Camera.