Tough Conversation Quotes by Dave Martinez

My kids would watch from the window and wave to me during batting practice.

— Dave Martinez

When you go up there in the batter's box, you're engaged to hit. It's the same thing with baserunning.

— Dave Martinez

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

Honestly, I'd rather not talk about my health.

— Dave Martinez

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

Yeah, I grew a goatee, and the next year, everybody had them.

— Dave Martinez

I like to hit with men in scoring position.

— Dave Martinez

I love Chicago. I love Wrigley Field.

— Dave Martinez

The object is to win as many games possible.

— Dave Martinez

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

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

I'm never going to criticize any umpires or anything, because they're a big part of the game.

— Dave Martinez