I try to work hard. I try to set a good example. I don't look at it as though I've got to be a leader. I just try to behave the way I think I should …

- Matt Holliday

We had a lot of adversity, but we found a way.

- Matt Holliday

A lot of people wanted me to play college football, but I wanted to get started playing pro baseball.

- Matt Holliday

I'm not that big of a partier. I wasn't concerned about missing out on things in college.

- Matt Holliday

I feel like I've been blessed with some athletic ability and I'd like to take advantage of it.

- Matt Holliday

I had some tough times. Now that I look back on it, I'm very grateful for those times. I know now that I needed them. But at the time you think, 'Man…

- Matt Holliday

I'm taking (the training) a little more seriously than I normally would to speed up the process. I don't care if people say I was a surprise pick. I …

- Matt Holliday

I never really worried about stats in the minor leagues. I was more concerned with getting better and bringing a positive attitude every day.

- Matt Holliday

You get into pro ball and you realize all the guys were the best players on their teams. You have to keep moving forward.

- Matt Holliday