I was in the top ten percent of my law school class. I am a Doctor of Juris Prudence. I have an honorary Doctor of Laws. So, would somebody please tell me why I spent four mortal hours today conversing with a person named Dizzy Dean.
Branch RickeyThe greatest untapped reservoir of raw material in the history of our game is the black race.
Branch RickeySome day I'm going to have to stand before God, and if He asks me why I didn't let that [Jackie] Robinson fellow play ball, I don't think saying 'because of the color of his skin' would be a good enough answer.
Branch RickeyWe win if the world is convinced of two things, that you are a fine gentleman, and a great baseball player.
Branch Rickey