Alex Rodriguez Quotes, Thoughts and images

I believe a champion wins in his mind first, then plays the game, not the other way around.

Always follow your dreams, don't let anyone tell you that you can't be something.

Fear of failure is what fuels me, keeps me on edge and sharp. I'm not as good when I'm comfortable.

I'm a terrible singer. I feel lucky to play baseball. You can't be gifted in everything.

I want to be the best, and the best work. You have to earn what you get, and you have to work to keep it.

Playing the game was the easy part. The real work was in the preparation.

I hate the word 'potential'-potential means you haven't gotten it done.

Some things are meant to be and if it was, you will know it.

I have incredible motivation to go out and improve every day.

I'm not a real vocal guy, but sometimes you need to kick someone in the ass.

My mother's the most special person in my life ... I consider her my MVP: Most Valuable Parent.

Leadership is a role you have to earn in order to be effective.

Balsamic vinaigrette, Tabasco, and giblets. Then let it boil.

I've done a lot of special things in this game, and for none of that to be considered clutch, it's an injustice.

I do my best hitting when I'm walking. That means I'm relaxed and my pitch recognition is a lot better.

I'm not impulsive at all - except about buying clothes. That's my biggest weakness.

I had a great year and left my guts out on the field.

You can take my cars or my house, just don't mess with my clothes.

I kept thinking my father would come back, But he never did.

I'm having a hard time finding a date. I don't trust any women I meet. I'm very skeptical.

Therapy can be a good thing; it can be therapeutic.

Whether I hit .260 or .320, the bottom line here is to win.

You must be present to win.

When you think small and up the middle, good things happen.

I've done a lot of growing up and realized a lot of things.

Walking the streets of New York, a lot of people are cheering me on. It feels good.

You always dream about being on a baseball card. It's kind of funny when you finally see it.

I just don't see the light. Where is the light? What am I in this for?

I’m fighting for my life, I have to defend myself. If I don’t defend myself, no one else will.

I think it's just getting comfortable in New York City, comfortable in your own skin.

I don't care if people like me or not. Respect is more important.

I like to score and drive in runs more than pay attention to batting average.

I don't expect people to feel sorry for me. My teammates get more upset about the criticism and booing than I do.

Back then it was a different culture. It was very loose. I was young. I was stupid.

There's no place like New York. And I found out that until you go through it for a season, you don't know it.

I've learned in my career, it is much better to be recognized for all the great things you do on the field.

I want to build a positive image that will last my career.