I never took things for granted. I always told myself to keep working hard, come to the ballpark ready to play, and… — Dave Martinez Copy Share Image
I prepared myself for years to be where I'm at now, and I try to focus on the here and now. — Dave Martinez Copy Share Image
Through process and preparation and going through all of the interviews, I've learned a lot about myself and my skills. — Dave Martinez Copy Share Image
Building relationships. Communicating. Trust. Those are three things I've kind of instilled myself with. — Dave Martinez Copy Share Image
Early in my career when I was with Montreal, we had a lot of good outfielders like Otis Nixon, myself, Marquis Grissom… — 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
