Alvin Dark Quotes | Beyond Motive

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Alvin Dark was a talented American baseball player and manager, best known for his leadership both on the field and in the dugout. As a player, he was a key figure in the success of the 1954 New York Giants, earning an MVP award and World Series championship. As a manager, his strategic mind and leadership skills guided multiple teams to success. Dark's career teaches us the value of persistence, adaptability, and the importance of teamwork, inspiring others to embrace challenges with resilience.

"The writers want to know were you made your mistake, no how well your curve is breaking."

Mistake, Want, Writers

"A fellow has to have faith in God above and Rollie Fingers in the bullpen."

"The Giants were supposed to have a new motto, 'Shut up and deal.'"

Government, Giants

"The Lord taught me to love everybody, but the last ones I learned to love were the sportswriters."

"A manager doesn't hear the cheers."

Management, Manager

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