Carl Yastrzemski
1939
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Quotes
Biography
Carl Yastrzemski is a former American professional baseball player who spent his entire 23-year career with the Boston Red Sox. Known as 'Yaz,' Yastrzemski is considered one of the greatest outfielders in the history of baseball. He was a 18-time All-Star and won the American League Triple Crown in 1967, a rare achievement in baseball. Yastrzemski was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1989, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the sport.
Famous Quotes (5)
1
Somebody once asked me if I ever went up to the plate trying to hit a home run. I said, 'Sure, every time.'
2
I didn't ask to be a hero, but I guess I have become one in the last 20 years.
3
The way to make coaches think you're in shape in the spring is to get a tan.
4
You've got to want to do it for yourself.
5
When I was playing, I could play ball all day, hit the gym at night, and go out at night. But moving around wears you out.