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“Baseball players are smarter than football players. How often do you see a baseball team penalized for too many men on the field?”

Quote by Jim Bouton

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Jim Bouton, born on March 8, 1939, is an American professional baseball player. He served as a pitcher in Major League Baseball, playing for the New York Yankees and the Cincinnati Reds. Known for his unique personality and insightful views on the sport, Bouton has left a lasting mark on the baseball world. more

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