I was often misquoted. I was supportive of my managers, even though they all may not think so.

As I have said many times - my father was a great fan of Bill Dickey's and he certainly loved the Yankees. I hope that he would be pleased.

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

I haven't always made the right decisions.

Don't talk to me about aesthetics or tradition. Talk to me about what sells and what's good right now. And what the American people like is to think the underdog still has a chance.

Winning is the most important thing in my life, after breathing. Breathing first, winning next.

The name Derek Jeter is made for stardom. He's got an infectious smile, and he's so handsome and well-behaved. He's just a fine young man who does everything right. He's like Jack Armstrong and Frank Merriwell, guys I grew up rooting for. Some guys come along who just measure up.