The reason I play so hard is that somewhere out there is some kid who has never seen me play before, and I don't want to disappoint him.

I want to thank the good lord for making me a yankee

I think there are some players born to play ball.

I no longer have it (desire to play).

There’s nobody taking center from me until I give it up.

It's got to be better than rooming with Joe Page.

After I got that hit off Satchel (Paige), I knew I was ready for the big leagues.