I lost money, coaching jobs, a shot at the Hall of Fame.

The baseball establishment is permissive about revelry.

I am pleased that God made my skin black - but I wish He had made it thicker.

A well-paid slave is nonetheless a slave.

There is no such thing as bragging. You're either lying or telling the truth.

Whatever I contributed to the unique morale of the Cardinals was part of this growth, and so, of course, was my decision to have it out in public with the owners of organized baseball.

Dear Mr. Kuhn, After twelve years in the major leagues, I do not feel that I am a piece of property to be bought and sold irrespective of my wishes

And I'd be lying if I told you that as a black man in baseball I hadn't gone through worse times than my teammates.

People try to make a Greek tragedy of my life, and they can't do it. I'm too happy.

I'd often wondered what would I do if I were ever traded, because it happened many, many times.

I'll also say, yes, I think the change in black consciuosness in recent years has made me more sensitive to injustice in every area of my life.

Expressing authentic appreciation doesn’t cost you anything and the outcomes are simply wonderful.

Even the most ill-formed words, set to paper, are a great blessing.

The best tranquilizer is a clear conscience.

You have to enjoy the game. I enjoy everything about life.

He shone all over. Only Magnus, Simon thought resignedly, would have access to sequined battle armor.

If love be good, from whence cometh my woe?

The parent who tries to train without setting a good example is building with one hand, and pulling down with the other.

L.A. was never me. Nashville is my home.

I don't wear dresses and flowers in my hair and float around!

The soul is timeless and nonlocal.