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Ted Williams, born on August 30, 1918, and died on July 5, 2002, was an American baseball legend. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest baseball players of the 20th century, known for his exceptional hitting skills and career achievements.

Famous Ted Williams Quotes

“Hitting is fifty percent above the shoulders.”

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Author:Ted Williams

“There has always been a saying in baseball that you can't make a hitter, but I think you can improve a hitter. More than you can improve a fielder. More mistakes are made hitting than in any other part of the game.”

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“The key to hitting is just plain working at it. Work, that's the real secret.”

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“Hitting is the most important part of the game. It is where the big money is, where much of the status is, and the fan interest.”

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Book:Science of Hitting

Source: Science of Hitting

About the Author

Born: August 30, 1918
Died: July 5, 2002
Known for: Baseball player
Quotes: 40

Books & Sources

My turn at Bat: the story of my lifeRelated source material

Ted Williams' Hit ListRelated source material

Science of HittingRelated source material

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