Bill Terry
1898 - 1989
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Quotes
Biography
Bill Terry was a renowned American professional baseball player and manager. Born in 1898 in Atlanta, Georgia, he had a successful career playing as a first baseman for the New York Giants from 1923 to 1936. Terry was known for his exceptional batting skills and was the last National League player to hit over .400 in a single season in 1930. After retiring as a player, he became the manager of the Giants and led them to a World Series victory in 1933. Terry was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1954 for his outstanding contributions to the sport.
Famous Quotes (5)
1
Baseball is like church. Many attend, few understand.
2
You have to hit 'em where they ain't.
3
I had a bat factory within me.
4
Take the wins and losses as they come.
5
The man with the best job in the country is the Vice President. All he has to do is get up every morning and say, 'How is the President?'