Ruth was probably the greatest athlete to perform in any sport. Never has there been anybody like him.

I'm really 95 percent Mr. Rogers, and only 5 percent Oscar the Grouch.'

Why would you want to stay manager and be second-guessed by me when you can come up into the front-office and be one of the second-guessers?

I haven't always done a good job, and I haven't always been successful - but I know that I have tried.

I don't want to be in the Hall of Fame. I don't think owners should be.

I guess heaven needed a shortstop.

It was the class and dignity which he led his life that made him part of all of us. I will forever treasure the close friendship we shared over the years.