I always said that when it was time to retire, I would know it, and I would just tip my hat to the crowds.

To be successful, one must take chances.

When they start the game, they don't yell, "Work ball." They say, "Play ball."

Baseball for me was instinctive, born within me, given to me as a gift from God.

I don't really feel that I deserve all my applause.

I'm a God-fearing man who worships with my heart and with my life.

I wasn't out drinking and abusing my body. I simply loved to go out and dance.