McGwire isn't talking about 700, or even another 70. He's the first man who begins a season knowing he can hit 20 fewer homers and still make history with a spectacular performance. With a drop of 20, he would match Ruth's record of four 50-homer seasons. And all of McGwire's 50-homer seasons have come consecutively. I'd feel pretty good if I hit 50 this year.
Expectations are always there.
The only expectation I have to live up to is what I set. The media might have expectations a lot greater than what I do. I know what I can do. Last year was a magical year. Don't try to live up to other people's expectations.