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“I was fortunate enough to coach the US Olympic team in Australia. The parks were full at all times. How can they take away a sport like that?”

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Tommy Lasorda

Tommy Lasorda was a legendary baseball player and manager, born on September 22, 1927. He played his entire career in the Major League Baseball (MLB) as a pitcher, and later became the manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Lasorda's leadership and passion for the game made him a beloved figure in baseball history. more

“One time I was doing a speech to a group of kids, and just before I get there, I see this little kid crying. I found out they just lost a game, and he was the losing pitcher. I went over there, put my arm around him, and said, 'What are you crying for? When major league players lose, they don't cry.'”

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“I didn't even graduate from high school. I've never told anybody that before. I got my degree later, when I was in the army.”

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“I've had heroes in my life - Joe DiMaggio, Babe Ruth.”

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“I've always called L.A. 'the world capital of sport.'”

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