A manager's job is simple. For one hundred sixty-two games you try not to screw up all that smart stuff your organization did last December.

Some have said that I can accept inadequacies in my players but not in umpires. That completely misses the point. I can't tolerate anyone's mistake.

You win pennants in the off season when you build your teams with trades and free agents.

If you know how to cheat, start now.

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.

Coaches are an integral part of any manager's team, especially if they are good pinochle players.

The key step for an infielder is the first one, but before the ball is hit.