Pedro Martinez

“I wake up and I see the Yankees. It's almost like you want to pinch yourself and see if it's real.”

“I don't believe in curses. I believe in playing good baseball.”

“I'm the most influential player in the Dominican Republic. I think the Dominican people appreciate me.”

“You have to have a short memory as a pitcher. You can't let one bad pitch affect the next one.”

“I would like to be a role model for the kids in the Dominican Republic. I want them to know that they can do anything they want.”

“My body is my temple. I do my best to take care of it.”

“I'm not afraid of anyone. I'm not afraid of any team.”

“What can I say? I can't find a way to beat the Yankees. Just tip my hat and call the Yankees my daddy.”

“Just wake up the damn Bambino and have me face him. Maybe I'll drill him in the ass.”

“When I'm on the mound, I'm the only one in control. I'm the only one who knows what's coming.”

“Boston is my city. You will not disrespect my city. Boston is my home.”

“If you're a pitcher, you've got to be a little bit crazy. You've got to be a little bit of a showman.”

“I don't think I'll ever be a manager. I'm too emotional. I'm a player, that's what I am.”