I am alarmed at the subtle invasion of professional football, which is gaining preeminence over baseball. It's unthinkable.
Branch RickeyIf things don't come easy, there is no premium on effort. There should be joy in the chase, zest in the pursuit.
Branch RickeyFill in any figure you want for that boy (Mickey Mantle). Whatever the figure, it's a deal.
Branch RickeyThe greatest untapped reservoir of raw material in the history of our game is the black race.
Branch Rickey