When you feel like you're going to have a low-scoring game, why not have one of your better hitters have a chance? All of a sudden you're in the ninth inning and you have one of your best hitters on… — Dave Martinez Copy Share Image
I never took things for granted. I always told myself to keep working hard, come to the ballpark ready to play, and one day I'll get a chance to play. — Dave Martinez Copy Share Image
My kids would watch from the window and wave to me during batting practice. — Dave Martinez Copy Share Image
When you go up there in the batter's box, you're engaged to hit. It's the same thing with baserunning. — Dave Martinez Copy Share Image
In my career, I finished in second place six times. I played on teams that were in it to the very end. It's frustrating. — Dave Martinez Copy Share Image
When I was with the Giants, I played for Dusty Baker, and I love Dusty to death. I think he's a great manager and… — Dave Martinez Copy Share Image
My job is to be the bench coach with the Rays and help this team succeed. If another opportunity arises, I'd welcome the opportunity. — Dave Martinez Copy Share Image
I've been around baseball for a really long time. I didn't know I could want to be here any more than I do, have… — Dave Martinez Copy Share Image
I'm never going to criticize any umpires or anything, because they're a big part of the game. — Dave Martinez Copy Share Image
