Pete Rose came over to the Phillies in '79 and he became the catalyst that helped us to put it all together.
Steve CarltonBut I would say basically, I would just like to be remembered for what I did on the field.
Steve CarltonI was probably in the best shape of any athlete at the time, but you don't get to pass judgment on yourself.
Steve CarltonMy major league debut came at old Busch Stadium on Grand Avenue in St. Louis, against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The first pitch I threw was to third baseman Bob Bailey. It was a fastball, low and away. He ripped it for a home run down the left field line. I said, 'Damn, that was a pretty good pitch.
Steve Carlton