People say you can't go out and eat with your players. I say why not.

You can have the best team in baseball, and if nobody goes through the turnstiles, you've got to shut the doors down.

I motivate players through communication, being honest with them, having them respect and appreciate your ability and your help.

I've had heroes in my life - Joe DiMaggio, Babe Ruth.

If you don't root for the Dodgers, you might not get into heaven.

People say you can't go out and eat with your players. I say why not.

One time I was doing a speech to a group of kids, and just before I get there, I see this little kid crying. I found out they just lost a game, and he was the losing pitcher. I went over there, put my arm around him, and said, 'What are you crying for? When major league players lose, they don't cry.'