"I'm not going to sit here and say that I love everybody. But I will say that I respect everybody."

"I don't like needing anybody for anything."

"The most luxurious possession, the richest treasure anybody has, is his personal dignity."

"I believe in the American dream, but I also believe that it's a dream that has to be fought for."

"I'd be willing to trade all my fame and the home run record for one more chance to step up to bat in the major leagues."