Jose Bautista Quotations

Our bullpen is very solid. If we have the lead going into the sixth or seventh inning, we feel real good about our chances to win the game. Our relief pitchers have been pitching very well and we hope that continues throughout the rest of the season.

Some of the free agents we signed have been known to hit home runs. And I think some of our young players have pretty good pop, as well. It's just a matter of time until we're hitting like this consistently.

Coming in, I thought I was going to play exclusively third base. From what I heard, that was going to be the plan.

Our defense has been terrific all season long. We have a lot of talented position players who can flat out get it done in the field. We take a lot of pride in playing good defense because we know that it usually comes down to who makes fewer mistakes.

I'm glad I got consistent at-bats, and got a lot of pitches to hit. I've done all right for myself. When you got a new coaching staff, coming in all they got is reports, probably it's better if they get a look at you on the field. You want to show them what you've got.

I'm just taking advantage of good pitches. I am seeing the ball real well and my confidence is pretty high right now.

I pretty much knew the guy wasn't going. I just didn't want to throw it soft.

Sad to hear news about Michael Weiner, deepest condolences to his loved ones. His sacrifices as head of players union will not be forgotten.

I'm not big into the caveman look like some guys are. But I think it's pretty awesome that guys are more attuned to themselves and making beards a part of their style.

Sometimes you're timing is good, but they're pitching you really well and you have to adjust. The only way you can do it is if you're in there every day.

I believe you've got to utilize what god gave you, so if you have facial hair, there are ways to look good while sporting it.

I'm not an extravagant guy ... I don't like going over the top on anything. I have what I need and I try to keep it that way.

You're always trying to seize any opportunity or hold on to one if you already have it. It was just a matter of going out there and producing for the team.

I'm outgoing. I like being social. But when I think I should be quiet, I am. And I don't think quiet is the right word. Respectful is more accurate. I want to be respectful of people and their space.?

I'm just taking advantage of good pitches. I am seeing the ball well and my confidence is high.

I was getting ready way too late and the ball was beating me to the strike zone.?