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I play to win, whether during practice or a real game. And I will not let anything get in the way of me and my competitive enthusiasm to win.

I do think the position I play is a powerful position.

I know where my game is. I know I'm a power hitter and an RBI guy. I need to get on base for my teammates behind me and just stick with my game. I don't try to do too much. Sometimes when you try to do too much in this game you pretty much can't do anything. And that's pretty much my mentality.

I work hard, so I play harder.

I try to compartmentalize as much as possible, and I have the most amazing team in the world. They really set up my time in a way that is completely efficient all the time.

I work through teams. It's the only way I know how to work.

It's difficult working with someone who is not a team player.

When I'm playing a team sport, it's not about one individual, it's about everyone, from me to the other 23 people who were there, to all the support staff who've worked very hard behind the scenes.

I play football like chess. You have to think a lot and anticipate what could happen after you make your move.