“Albert's award was well deserved because he was the most valuable player to our team across the board, as soon as he showed up to the ballpark until he left. His value went well beyond statistics.”
Tony La Russa
“This a great opportunity to be around the game. Obviously, there will be a little bit more responsibility. As (the) hitting coach (last season), I was kind of lurking in the shadows whereas the manager has to deal with hitters, the pitchers, the front office and the fans. It's a bigger responsibility, but one I accept and look forward to.”
Aaron Nieckula
“Albert's award was well deserved because he was the most valuable player to our team across the board, as soon as he showed up to the ballpark until he left.”
“A player who makes a team great is much more valuable than a great player.”
John Wooden
“As far as somebody being valuable to his team, and if they go by that to pick the Player of the Year, he's the most valuable player in the state. He's very unassuming and very appreciative and very deserving.”
Lloyd McGuffin
“No question, he's maybe the most valuable player we have on the team, period. Not just from a playing standpoint, but also from a leadership standpoint. We're keeping our fingers crossed.”
Rich Rodriguez
“He's as valuable to his team as any player in the league.”
Jeff Van Gundy
