Obviously 1,500 is a lot of hits, but I've got to keep going.

Just seeing my name on the ballot as a top three finalist for the Most Valuable Player title in the National League brings me great satisfaction because this accolade means a lot.

You play more games, you get more maturity, and you get smarter.

I even steal bases. I hear all the time that I'm slow, but hey, I have 66 stolen bases.

That mentality that I have every year - that I have to prove myself to everyone that I'm a good player - that's the thing that keeps me going. That's my motivation.

You're talking about defense and calling games and blocking balls, I'm going to be right there with anybody.

The catching position is hard. You have to find a way to do a lot of things, to be in the game. When you get older, when you're 38 years old, you have to find a way to be on the field.

Managers don't play. We the players play.

You always dream about your first homer and your 100th.

For me, it's about finding ways. Obviously I'm not a great hitter, but I'm going to try and beat you anyway I can. I think about that in every aspect of the game. Running? I'm not the fastest runner, but I can steal a base. For me it's about taking advantage of what I can.