"I never tell (The Boss Steinbrenner) he's wrong. Part of my training was staying one step ahead. I don't want to be at the end of that phone call where I don't have the answer to a question. It is not fun."

"We simply have to continue to find the best talent available on a daily basis, because ultimately, talent wins out. The manager definitely has a big impact. But the biggest issue is making sure we have the best players."

"Winning covers up a lot; losing exposes everything."

"He was a great kid who immediately impressed you with his intelligence." - Brian Sabean