We saw very little of the real Jack Buck behind the microphone. He would touch people in ways that we will never know. Jack was much more than just an announcer.
I don't know how many people have ever seen the National Guard break in somewhere, but they mean business.
I sincerely believe that there is nothing truly great in any man or woman except their character, their willingness to move beyond the realm of self and into a greater realm of selflessness. Giving back is the ultimate talent in life. That is the greatest trophy on my mantel.Collection: Believe
I may not drive in 100 runs a year, but I can prevent 100 runs from scoring against us.Collection: Running
When I'm in my groove there is no thinking. Everything just happens.Collection: Athlete
I think umpires have too much power, without any system of checks and balances and the more money a player makes, the more the umpire tries to show off that power to him. Unfortunately, since I signed my contract my strike zone has suddenly become a lot larger.Collection: Player
No one paid attention to my offense. So having 2,000 hits is one of the things that is an accomplishment.Collection: Accomplishment
As I was in the air, the ball took a bad hop and caromed behind me, but I was able to catch it with my bare hand. I hit the ground, bounced back up, and threw Burroughs out at first.Collection: Air