“As long as we win games while I’m on the mound, I feel good.”

“My mother is really my best friend.”

“Baseball is a game—I just go out there and enjoy it.”

“When times get rough, keep your head up.”

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

“I guess I’m getting older. I hate to say it, but I guess I am.”

"This is a humbling game."

"I need to stay calm and just pitch my game."

"I don’t feel any pressure. I’m not nervous about going out there and pitching."

"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."

"I’m ready to go. I’m ready to have a great season."

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

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