I guess there's no blueprint for something like this. I didn't know what to expect myself. It would have been a lot simpler, a lot easier if I had come out a month ago and announced [my retirement]. It would have been a lot less stress. Any time you make a decision of this importance, it should be made with a clear mind. I guess the great part about it is being able to share it with not only your teammates but the fans. The fans have been nothing but tremendously loyal. That's one of the great things about playing sports, is being able to share it with a lot of people.
April 1, 2004 5:16 AM