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Satchel Paige
Satchel Paige

Satchel Paige was an American professional baseball player, born on July 7, 1906, and died on June 8, 1982. He was renowned for his unique pitching skills and long career in Major League Baseball. more

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“If you want to live a long time, don't fool with nothing old but money, nothing big but a bank roll, nothing black but a Cadillac, nothing over twenty-two years, nothing that weighs over 130. If you do, you're in trouble. 'Cause when you're getting old and your cells gettin' low, you'll need a Delco battery to boost ya.”

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Author:Satchel Paige
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“Well, my dad (Ken Griffey) taught me that there's three parts. There's hitting, there's defense, and there's baserunning. And as long as you keep those three separated, you're going to be a good player. I mean, you can't take your defense on the bases, you can't take your hitting to the field, and you can't take your baserunning at the plate. But defense, is number one.”

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Author:Ken Griffey, Jr.
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