1- “I don’t care if people like me or not. Respect is more important.” -Alex Rodriguez
2- “You can have fun, respect the game and also play it hard. When you have that combination, you’re going to put yourself in a position to be successful.” -Alex Rodriguez
3- “Not one day goes by when I don’t remind myself of how grateful I am for those who came before me over the last 25 years. When I see players like Mike Schmidt and Johnny Bench, I thank them.” -Alex Rodriguez
4- “There is a difference between image and reputation. Image is nice. Reputation is developed over an entire career. Reputation is what I’m searching for.” -Alex Rodriguez
5- “I want to build a positive image that will last my career.” -Alex Rodriguez
6- “I want to be the best, and the best work. You have to earn what you get, and you have to work to keep it.” -Alex Rodriguez
7- “We have a responsibility not just as atheletes, but as members of society to treat people well. To do things the right way.” -Alex Rodriguez
8- “I want to be known as Dominican-that’s what I am, 100 percent… I have a duty and responsibility to continue the legacy of Dominicans in baseball.” -Alex Rodriguez
9- “You always dream about being on a baseball card. It’s kind of funny when you finally see it.” -Alex Rodriguez
10- “I want to be known as Dominican-that’s what I am, 100 percent … I have a duty and responsibility to continue the legacy of Dominicans in baseball.” -Alex Rodriguez
11- “I like to score and drive in runs more than pay attention to batting average.” -Alex Rodriguez
12- “I’m a terrible singer. I feel lucky to play baseball. You can’t be gifted in everything.” -Alex Rodriguez
13- “Well, Milwaukee is a special place to me. It’s where I started my career playing in Appleton. Getting cheered on the road is something I haven’t been use to.” -Alex Rodriguez
14- “Fear of failure is what fuels me, keeps me on edge and sharp. I’m not as good when I’m comfortable.” -Alex Rodriguez
15- “I think it’s just getting comfortable in New York City, comfortable in your own skin.” -Alex Rodriguez
16- “Be respectful. Treat people the way you want to be treated. Respect the lowest rank and the highest rank and you’ll never get in trouble.” -Alex Rodriguez
17- “If my life depended on it – if my daughter’s life depended on it – I’d want Mariano Rivera closing. Wouldn’t you?” -Alex Rodriguez
18- “Always follow your dreams, don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t be something.” -Alex Rodriguez
19- “I just don’t see the light. Where is the light? What am I in this for?” -Alex Rodriguez
20- “I believe a champion wins in his mind first, then plays the game, not the other way around.” -Alex Rodriguez
21- “There’s no place like New York. And I found out that until you go through it for a season, you really don’t know it.” -Alex Rodriguez
22- “Enjoy your sweat because hard work doesn’t guarantee success, but without it you don’t have a chance.” -Alex Rodriguez
23- “It’s tougher when you’re established. Before, I’d see 13, 14, 15 pitches that I could drive in a game. Now, I see one, two or three, so I have to be better.” -Alex Rodriguez
24- “People now are beginning to cheer for me. I’ve never heard that before… Maybe things are turning a bit.” -Alex Rodriguez
25- “I’ve learned in my career, it is much better to be recognized for all the great things you do on the field.” -Alex Rodriguez
26- “I want to be known as a good major-leaguer, and good major-leaguers work to become good.” -Alex Rodriguez
27- “I don’t expect people to feel sorry for me. My teammates get more upset about the criticism and booing than I do.” -Alex Rodriguez
28- “Looks aren’t the number one thing. They have to have class, intelligence, then looks. If I was the ugliest SOB in the world it would be a lot easier.” -Alex Rodriguez
29- “I’ve done a lot of growing up and realized a lot of things.” -Alex Rodriguez
30- “Baseball has a funny way to tap you on the shoulder when you least expect it and tells you it’s the end.” -Alex Rodriguez
31- “Walking the streets of New York, a lot of people are cheering me on. It feels good.” -Alex Rodriguez
32- “When you think small and up the middle, good things happen.” -Alex Rodriguez
33- “I’ve never experienced- besides the birth of my two daughters-the feeling of winning a world championship in New York in the new stadium. It’s something I’ll never forget.” -Alex Rodriguez
34- “You must be present to win.” -Alex Rodriguez
35- “Back then it was a different culture. It was very loose. I was young. I was stupid.” -Alex Rodriguez
36- “Whether I hit .260 or .320, the bottom line here is to win.” -Alex Rodriguez
37- “I’m fighting for my life, I have to defend myself. If I don’t defend myself, no one else will.” -Alex Rodriguez
38- “Therapy can be a good thing; it can be therapeutic.” -Alex Rodriguez
39- “Keep reading books, stay in school. I encourage kids to read as much as they can, I challenge you to read a book every two weeks, like I try to.” -Alex Rodriguez
40- “Winners live in the present tense. People who come up short are consumed with future or past. I want to be living in the now.” -Alex Rodriguez
41- “I love the challenge of the game. I love the work. My goal right now is to have a season next year that will make people forget about this one. I’ll use things like this for motivation. I’m pumped. I’m hungry.” -Alex Rodriguez
42- “I’m having a hard time finding a date. I don’t trust any women I meet. I’m very skeptical.” -Alex Rodriguez
43- “I’ve done a lot of special things in this game, and for none of that to be considered clutch, it’s an injustice.” -Alex Rodriguez
44- “I kept thinking my father would come back, But he never did.” -Alex Rodriguez
45- “Leadership is a role you have to earn in order to be effective.” -Alex Rodriguez
46- “I had a great year and left my guts out on the field.” -Alex Rodriguez
47- “Balsamic vinaigrette, Tabasco, and giblets. Then let it boil.” -Alex Rodriguez
48- “You can take my cars or my house, just don’t mess with my clothes.” -Alex Rodriguez
49- “My mother’s the most special person in my life … I consider her my MVP: Most Valuable Parent.” -Alex Rodriguez
50- “With what has occurred in my life, the baseball field is where I feel most comfortable. That’s what I feel I was born to do and it’s what I do best.” -Alex Rodriguez
51- “Why do people sing Take Me Out to The Ballgame when they’re already there?” -Alex Rodriguez
52- “I’m not impulsive at all – except about buying clothes. That’s my biggest weakness.” -Alex Rodriguez
53- “I’m not a real vocal guy, but sometimes you need to kick someone in the ass.” -Alex Rodriguez
54- “It takes a lot of pressure off you just to go out and play, and your talent sometimes shines even more when you don’t worry about individual stuff.” -Alex Rodriguez
55- “Some things are meant to be and if it was, you will know it.” -Alex Rodriguez
56- “I guess anytime you are mentioned with Hank Aaron, it is the ultimate compliment, not only as a hitter, but obviously, the great ballplayer that he was.” -Alex Rodriguez
57- “I have incredible motivation to go out and improve every day.” -Alex Rodriguez
58- “I do my best hitting when I’m walking. That means I’m relaxed and my pitch recognition is a lot better.” -Alex Rodriguez
59- “I hate the word ‘potential’-potential means you haven’t gotten it done.” -Alex Rodriguez
60- “Playing the game was the easy part. The real work was in the preparation.” -Alex Rodriguez
The post Best 60 Alex Rodriguez Quotes appeared first on NSF - Music Magazine.