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" The fourth major league game I ever saw in person, I was in uniform. "

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" The Phillies liked the work I had done with the Cubs, and really wanted me there. They were on the phone as soon as my contract was up in Chicago, and it was just a great feeling to be wanted, to be appreciated for the work you do. "

" I do my homework. I come to the ballpark, and I relay any message that I need to relay to the players. I get that off my chest. "

" I learned a lot in the Minor Leagues, spending six years there. I honed my skills, as far as coaching goes. I was able to work with the players in a lot of facets of the game. "

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" When I'm arguing, I'm competing. I'm trying to win a game. And if that's what's called for, it's just a reaction. "

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