Jim Thome Last Quotations

It's been nice here the last week to 10 days. It's worked out pretty well. The bottom line is you've got to work hard.

The last thing you think about against that guy is hitting a home run. That guy can pitch.

The last thing you are ever thinking about against that guy is hitting a home run. As a left-handed hitter against him, you are trying to put the ball in play and make something happen.

I'll be honest, my back is really just a maintenance issue. I had a few problems last year, but it's never been anything I have to worry about. I've had periods where I've had a sore back, but I think every player gets that.

Being hurt last year and having those injuries, I think it has kind of put it all in perspective for me as to how much I really appreciate the game.