Emotion, not cockiness, behind C.J. Wilson’s reactions (RR)

C.J. fires back to Ozzie’s rip of Rangers’ closer Wilson.

“I wouldn’t say that I’m cocky, but I’m definitely emotional,” said Wilson, who joked that a simple look at him reveals that he isn’t very professional.

“I have a Mohawk, so how can I say that I am professional? Just look at me — baggy uniform, I shave once a week. I’m here to compete and play baseball.”

The Rangers play at Chicago on Monday, but Wilson doesn’t expect any lingering issues during the three-game series.

“I don’t care who’s on the opposing team. I’m going to try to get them out,” Wilson said. “I don’t care how good he is or how much I looked up to him growing up, which is the case with Thome. I’m trying to get him out.”