Quotes: Jeff Francoeur’s Best Years Ahead of Him
Prior to today’s game, Jeff Francoeur told reporters he hopes he can help out, and once guys like Carlos Beltran, Jose Reyes and Carlos Delgado get back, ‘hopefully we can make a run.’
He said, “If you look at it, 6.5 games is 
not that tough… so, hopefully we can get to playing some good baseball.”
Francoeur said he talked to David Wright about hitting in Citi Field, and he realizes this is not a ballpark to hit 45 home runs in.
“I’ve usually been a guy to drive the ball in the gaps,” he explained. “When I do hit a home run it’s a line drive, than more of the moonshot, and so I do think this field suits me well.”
He said he looks forward to the fresh start, adding, “I’m excited to be in New York, I’ve always enjoyed playing here… I’ve always loved the city, so to finally get this chance, I’m excited.”
Tom Glavine called Francoeur to tell him he will love it in New York, saying he loved his time here playing for Omar Minaya, Willie Randolph and Jerry Manuel.
According to Francoeur, Glavine said, “Make the most of it, if you play hard, hustle, and do things right, the fans will love you.
To which Francoeur said, “I like to think I’m that kind of player, who gets dirty and plays the game the right way.”
In the end, he said, “I’m 25 years old, and I feel like my best years are ahead of me… and I look forward to driving in runs, and throwing people out.”
