The way we're going... if I called up another pitcher, he'd just hang up the phone on me.

At least when it's in French, I won't know what the heck they're saying.

The way we're going... if I called up another pitcher, he'd just hang up the phone on me.

I don't see anyone playing in the major leagues today (1982) who combines both the talent and the intensity that I had. I always tried to do the best. I knew I couldn't always be the best, but I tried to be.

Managers don't have as much leverage as they used to have. We can't really be the boss.

No, I don't think my presence will cause an increase in black attendance at Cleveland. People come out to see the players. When do you see a manager anyway? When he's out on the field arguing with the umpires, making a fool of himself and you know you can't win, and when he brings out the line-up card.

Whether you're trying to excel in athletics or in any other field, always practice. Look, listen, learn - and practice, practice, practice. There is no substitute for work, no shortcut to the top.