Quotes by Bill Dickey

“A catcher must want to catch. He must make up his mind that it isnt the terrible job it is painted, and that he isnt going to say every day, Why, oh why with so many other positions in baseball did I take up this one.”

“I dont recall your name but you sure were a sucker for a high inside curve.”

“I loved to make a great defensive play, Id rather do that than hit a home run.”

“You dont find these around anymore.”

“I like to have my hand on every single plate that goes out. Its really a good feeling when someone compliments your meal, and you had everything to do with making it. Its very rewarding.”

I loved to make a great defensive play, Id rather do that than hit a home run.