If you destroyed the underpinnings of this great American sport, you are a hated, ugly, detestable person.

I am pleased that God made my skin black - but I wish He had made it thicker.

Whatever I contributed to the unique morale of the Cardinals was part of this growth, and so, of course, was my decision to have it out in public with the owners of organized baseball.

Dear Mr. Kuhn, After twelve years in the major leagues, I do not feel that I am a piece of property to be bought and sold irrespective of my wishes

I'll also say, yes, I think the change in black consciuosness in recent years has made me more sensitive to injustice in every area of my life.

People try to make a Greek tragedy of my life, and they can't do it. I'm too happy.

If you destroyed the underpinnings of this great American sport, you are a hated, ugly, detestable person.