Rogers Hornsby Quotes

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Rogers Hornsby, a legendary American baseball player, was one of the greatest hitters in the history of Major League Baseball (MLB). Playing primarily as a second baseman, Hornsby's extraordinary batting skills and competitive spirit made him a standout figure in the sport. His career achievements and records are celebrated to this day.

"I don't like to sound egotistical, but every time I stepped up to the plate with a bat in my hands, I couldn't help but feel sorry for the pitcher."

"I don't like to sound egotistical, but every time I stepped up to the plate with a bat in my hands, I couldn't help but feel sorry for the pitcher."

Time, Help, Sound

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"I've never been a yes man."

"I've never been a yes man."

3

"Any ballplayer that don't sign autographs for little kids ain't an American. He's a communist."

"Any ballplayer that don't sign autographs for little kids ain't an American. He's a communist."

Authenticity, Kids

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"It don't make no difference where I go or what happens, so long as I can play the full nine."

"It don't make no difference where I go or what happens, so long as I can play the full nine."

Difference, Play

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"Now the advantage is all with the hitters."

"Now the advantage is all with the hitters."

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