30 Quotes by Mark Kotsay

We could have folded up the tent after May, but we didn't, ... We've got incredible character in this clubhouse.

We had opportunities to score more than two runs, ... and we failed to get it done.

We definitely battled. Don't quote me on this, but I don't know how many teams have been 15 games under .500 and did what we did. This is my eighth season, and -- I've never had this much fulfillment before. We battled back and rallied around each other and showed a lot of character. Every guy gave his heart. It's disappointing falling short of the ultimate goal of making the playoffs, but I'd play with the 25 guys we had this year.

We still have the opportunity now, if we sweep (the Angels), to come out even for the last weekend.

Tomorrow, as long as I don't do anything crazy today. I feel good today.

This team made a good run, showed a lot of character, a lot of heart. We'll finish up the season, but the opportunity of making the playoffs is gone and that's disappointing.

We saw that a lot from Joe last year -- he matched up in some big spots and came through for us. He knew he had his challenge tonight.

Even if he doesn't make any moves, the 25 guys in this room are suitable to contend for a championship,

Young hitters are going to go through their ups and downs. When the offense was hot, those two guys were contributing most of the time.