And then when I went to stay in ’68, I can honestly say that I was not focused on my career and on what it took to be a major league pitcher and to be...

What man in his 40s would not like to look in the mirror and find Nolan Ryan?

My parents played a very big role in my life and as growing up as the last of six children I didn’t realize the influence that my parents had on me.

I’ve got a different perception now and it’s really enjoyable to be at this point in your life and be able to watch this,

And when I went to Houston, they had a conditioning coach by the name of Gene Coleman. And that was the first time I had gone to an organization that had a program with a...

Safety is a big part of preparing my ranch for the busy times ahead, and preventing injuries is a good way to have a truly successful season.

When I went to the New York Mets, I got there at my first stop at 19. And I was overwhelmed by being there, and truly intimidated.

Everyone has limits. You just have to learn what your own limits are and deal with them accordingly.

Baseball life is a tough life on the family.

One of the beautiful things about baseball is that every once in a while you come into a situation where you want to, and where you have to, reach down and prove something.

When I got traded to the California Angels, I really wasn’t that excited about going to the Angels because it meant changing leagues and also a whole new set of teammates. But shortly after I...

It’s hard for some of them to just walk away, … For most of the investors it is a small investment for them. But whether it’s large or small, it’s a fun investment.

Dick Moss, my agent. Dick became my agent in 1979 when I signed my contract with the Houston Astros.

I think Roger is one of the fiercest competitors I’ve seen, … It reflects in the way he approaches his job and the way he carries himself on the mound. When he goes out there,...

It’s really amazing,

I am going to spend my time today just thanking the people that played a role in my career, because I truly do believe that I was blessed by a lot of people that paths...

It helps if the hitter thinks you’re a little crazy.

My ability to throw a baseball was a gift. It was a God-given gift. And I am truly appreciative of that gift. It took me a while to figure that out… and when I finally...

I came into the game when I broke into the major leagues, the minimum salary was seven thousand dollars, and I’d have to go home in the wintertime and get a job.

I can’t think of anything more humiliating than losing a ballgame to a guy who steals home on you. It happened to me one time against Kansas City. I had a 2-2 count on the...

For my children, they spent 15 to 20 years of their life in baseball. And Ruth and I spent so many years of our married life that that was our life. We knew nothing else.

I can honestly say it took two full years for me to get over the fact that I was no longer a baseball player.

My boys thought he was special, because he would always go out of his way to talk to the kids and play with them and that makes him extremely special to them because a lot...

And because of our friendship and Tom pushing me, I think I got in the best shape of my life during the years that I was with the Rangers.

I feel very fortunate that I played for the four organizations I did.

You never rule things like that out. We would be interested in seeing where the (Marlins) ownership is on that.

And I can remember walking off the airplane in Houston, coming home from Atlanta, and it probably being the lowest day in my career.

I had the pleasure, as Robin said, to live a childhood dream as many young Americans and Puerto Rican children live that play youth baseball. And I feel honored and very thankful for that opportunity.

He was a very aggressive-type player. He always took the extra base. You knew to get him out you had to be on your best.

And I’m a believer that you take a negative and turn it into a positive, and as it turned out, it was one of the best things that ever happened to me. And so I...

I like to refer to my years with the Angels as the foundation of my career.

My job is to give my team a chance to win.

And that’s what makes this a great game, is the support and the commitment that the fans give the game.

Enjoying success requires the ability to adapt. Only by being open to change will you have a true opportunity to get the most from your talent.

It took me a while to figure that out and to realize what a gift that I had been given. And when I finally did, I dedicated myself to be the best pitcher I possibly...

The demographics of the state allows for another team. Given the projected growth of the state and the demographics, I think (San Antonio) would support (a team).