You don't need Little League. You don't even need nine kids. Four is plenty-a pitcher, a batter, and a couple of shaggers. You can play ball all day long. My kids used to try to get me out there, but I'd just say, "Go play with your brothers." If kids want to do something, they'll do it. They don't need adults to do it for them.

How long have you known me, Jack? And you still don't know how to spell my name.

The game is supposed to be fun. If you had a bad day, don't worry. You can't expect to get a hit every game.

Congratulations. I knew the record would stand until it was broken.

Anyone who is popular is bound to be disliked.

The hardest thing is to get started, but the really hardest thing is to finish.

What a house - nothin' but rooms!