I cannot face my God much longer knowing that his black creatures are held separate and distinct from his white creatures in the game that has given me all that I can call my own.

We win if the world is convinced of two things, that you are a fine gentleman, and a great baseball player.

I am alarmed at the subtle invasion of professional football, which is gaining preeminence over baseball. It's unthinkable.

Luck is the residue of opportunity and design.

I don't care if I was a ditch-digger at a dollar a day, I'd want to do my job better than the fellow next to me. I'd want to be the best at whatever I do.

If things don't come easy, there is no premium on effort. There should be joy in the chase, zest in the pursuit.

How to use your leisure time is the biggest problem of a ballplayer.