119 Quotes by Eric Chavez

I just wanted to get off the turf.

I know Lackey said something back in Oakland, and he said something today, too.

I have the right approach now. I had the wrong approach. Now, I'm less aggressive and I'm letting things happen. I like to swing the bat and attack the ball. I'm seeing the pitch and slowing it down a little bit. As funny as it sounds, I'm really not worried about my numbers.

We've always had good (closers) in the ninth inning. But the seventh and eighth has been a real strength for us this year.

I just think guys were more afraid of getting hurt than anything. I know what it takes to get ready. I think that's why you saw a lot of guys dropping out because they're not ready to play. It's too early to play, especially competitively. That's why spring training is what it is.

But he deserves a managing job. I'd love to see him go.

We've won every year since I've been here, but now I think we have a realistic chance to do some big things. When I signed here, I knew Billy would do what it would take to win.

(The opener) was probably more disappointing for the fans. We were able to shake it off.

He's raking. He's got that confident look in his eye again.