I thought I'd be back in baseball, but I didn't know when. Jon Lester More Quotes by Jon Lester More Quotes From Jon Lester My dad has ingrained that in me: 'Be accountable.' Jon Lester ingrainedaccountablemedad Just as I'm fortunate to pitch in the big leagues, I'm also fortunate for the time I get to spend outdoors. Jon Lester outdoorsbigjusttime There's only certain things you can control. I know how hard I work, I know how I take care of myself, and those are the two things I can control. As far as injuries and wear and tear and stuff like that, it's going to happen. Jon Lester myselfyoucarework Don't get me wrong: I wouldn't wish it on anyone. Even the word 'cancer' brings back the nausea and pain, the fear I felt, and the heartbreak I saw in my parents' faces. The smells that fill hospitals and the constant tired feeling that comes with treatment are also permanently stuck in my memory. Jon Lester metiredpainfear Once you make the majors, it's never a great feeling to go back to the minors - no matter what the circumstances. Jon Lester feelinggreatyoumatter As I travel the country for away games, I meet kids fighting cancer in almost every city. They visit the ballpark, and I invite them onto the field so we can chat and then watch the game. Jon Lester citygamefightingtravel
