We win if the world is convinced of two things, that you are a fine gentleman, and a great baseball player.
Branch RickeyThou shalt not steal. I mean defensively. On offense, indeed thou shall steal and thou must.
Branch RickeyThere never has been a man in the game who could put mind and muscle together quicker and with better judgment than Robinson.
Branch RickeyI don't like the subtle infiltration of 'something for nothing' philosophies into the very hearthstone of the American family. I believe that 'Thou shalt earn the bread by the sweat of thy face' was a benediction and not a penalty. Work is the zest of life; there is joy in its pursuit.
Branch Rickey