In my early work, my time in the batting cage, that's serious, and that's when I feel like I'm really working. That's where I have to lock in on my approach, make sure my mechanics are right, and make sure my mindset is right for the upcoming game. But then, when the game comes up, it's a game! You're supposed to have fun when you play games.
When you come to a game, it's supposed to be fun for the players and the fans.
My main focus is, 'What can I do today to help the team win the ballgame?' You have those blinders on. It helps you focus.
I have a short time to play this game. I'm trying to get every ounce of it out of my body.
This is a crazy game we play. You're going to have those times you can't get out, and those times where you can do everything right, and the ball does not fall.
To put on the pinstripe - it's extraordinary. Just being able to play one game with the Yankees is quite an honor.
My goal every year is to come in and be consistent. It doesn't matter if it's the first game of the year or it's the last game of the year.
As a kid, I was always into art at the same time as computers, and eventually I realised I was making more interesting stuff with my keyboard than with my hands. I really enjoyed modifying computer games more than playing them, so that got me into programming.
I used to always sing my way into the movies and the basketball games or whatever. I'd sing for whoever's on the door, and they'd let me in. I used to think I was Nat King Cole back in the day, you know. So I'd sing something like, 'Mona Lisa, Mona Lisa, men have named you,' and they'd let me in.
You would want to play in every game if possible, but I am realistic.
