"A good base stealer should make the whole infield jumpy. Whether you steal or not, you're changing the rhythm of the game. If the pitcher is concerned about you, he isn't concentrating enough on the batter." Source: Five Seasons (Roger Angell)

"He (Frank Robinson as Manager) can step on your shoes, but he doesn't mess up your shine." Source: Sports Illustrated (July 13, 1981)

"I take my vote as a salute to the little guy, the one who doesn't hit five-hundred home runs. I was one of the guys that did all they could to win. I'm proud of my stats, but I don't think I ever got on for Joe Morgan. If I stole a base, it was to help us win a game, and I like to think that's what made me special." Source: Hall of Fame Induction Day Speech

"I'm not bad (his speed). I'm no Joe Morgan, but I'm pretty good for a white guy." - Pete Rose