The only thing that matters is what happens on the little hump out in the middle of the field.

Don't worry, the fans don't start booing until July.

A manager should stay as far away as possible from his players. I don't know if I said ten words to Frank Robinson while he played for me.

The guy who says, 'I love the challenge of managing,' is one step from being out of a job. I don't welcome any challenge. I'd rather have nine guys named Robinson.

Leadership can be defined in one word - honesty. You must be honest with the players and honest with yourself.

My best game plan is to sit on the bench and call out specific instructions like 'C'mon Boog,' 'Get a hold of one, Frank,' or 'Let's go, Brooks.'

I don't think, in all the years I managed them, I ever spoke more than thirty words to Frank and Brooks Robinson.