“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 … Read More
“I view my pitching on how confident I was out there, period. And if I lose that confidence, I can become a prisoner of my … Read More
“The outfield is solid, so is the catching and the infield.” Barry Zito
“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 … Read More
“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 … Read More
“Big league defense is going to get outs most times.” Barry Zito
“I just write mechanical things.” Barry Zito
“I think in the bullpen you can tell during your warmups, if you have a good feel for it. But anything can happen once you … Read More
“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 … Read More
“It would be great to just be able to ignore everything and pitch to a spot, to suppress the intellect and let the intuition take … Read More
“I think I’m aware of what goes on in my mind more than some guys, and for that reason I fight more battles.” Barry … Read More
“I can count my friends on one hand.” Barry Zito
“I’m OK being the veteran, but I’m still just a kid.” Barry Zito
“I refuse to be molded into some stereotypical ballplayer that has no interests, really, no life, no depth, no intelligence.” Barry Zito
“I hadn’t focused on mechanics since I signed professionally.” Barry Zito
“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.” … Read More
“I was this 5-7 pudgy kid in high school… I wasn’t a popular kid. I was an outcast.” Barry Zito
“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.” Barry … Read More
“I looked up to my father when I was 7 and 8. I believed it was my calling to be in the big leagues. I’d … Read More
“Regardless of what you want to call it, guys need some type of spirituality they can grab onto. If it’s Christianity, which is a very … Read More
