I’m not trying to be cocky, but I set such a high standard for myself. I’m not happy when I pitch seven innings and give up two runs and get a win.
BARRY ZITOI think I’m aware of what goes on in my mind more than some guys, and for that reason I fight more battles.
More Barry Zito Quotes
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I refuse to be molded into some stereotypical ballplayer that has no interests, really, no life, no depth, no intelligence.
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Meyer and I have a bit in common because we’re both left-handed. I think it’s great that he seeks out that advice because he’s not too “cool” or too uncomfortable to ask for it.
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When someone becomes successful or rich and famous, people perceive that person as being different. But I’m the same guy I’ve always been.
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I need to have perspective. That’s one of the big things former players told me, to not try to live up to anything, just live up to yourself.
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I think I’m aware of what goes on in my mind more than some guys, and for that reason I fight more battles.
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I’m so secure in myself I couldn’t care less what people think of me.
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Big league defense is going to get outs most times.
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I need to set an example, which is great, and I look forward to doing just that.
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I just write mechanical things.
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We speak for the entire Giants organization when we say that there is no place in society for hatred and bullying against anyone.
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The outfield is solid, so is the catching and the infield.
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Everyone focuses on the earthly state, but how cool might death be? I believe in spiritual rebirth, and I can’t wait to experience that.
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I can relate to anyone. I can hang out with stoners, skaters, surfers, stockbrokers, lawyers, athletes, rappers. I feel I can hang out with any group of people and find common ground to talk with them.
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Some people pray to a totem pole, some people pray to a sun, some people pray to a god. It all works for them. It all comes back to what you think.
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It’s not like I’m some kind of veteran and there is this huge age gap. I identify with them more off the field.
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