The one unbreakable rule about hitting is this: if a batter hits well with his own particular stance and swing, think twice - or more - before suggesting a change.

What made me sign with the Cardinals? Because they used salesmanship, the personal touch.

I'm a musician. I play harmonica for relaxation. A good way to relax and entertain people. An excellent way to have fun.

The one unbreakable rule about hitting is this: if a batter hits well with his own particular stance and swing, think twice - or more - before suggesting a change.

Back in my day, we didn't think about money as much. We enjoyed playing the game. We loved baseball. I didn't think about anybody else but the Cardinals.

There is no one correct way to bat, and so of course there is no one correct stance for it.

I never realized that batting a little ball around could cause so much commotion. I now know how (Charles) Lindbergh must have felt when he returned from St. Louis.