I am convinced that God wanted me to be a baseball player.
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Jamie is one of the most accomplished pitchers in Mariners' history, leading the major leagues in winning percentage over the last eight years, ... But it is his commitment to making the difference in the life of those in need through the Moyer Foundation that has made people see you as a great baseball player and a great humanitarian.Roberto Clemente
I will hit .450 if you give me Ralph Garr's legs, Johnny Bench's age and cut the travel schedule.
Roberto Clemente
If I would be happy, I would be a very bad ball player. With me, when I get mad, it puts energy in my body.
Roberto Clemente
To the people here, we are outsiders. Foreigners.
Roberto Clemente
My father was the 87th Latino to be in the major leagues, but he was the first one ... to be able to speak up and become an activist against prejudice, not only in baseball but also in society, and that took a lot to be able to do that.
Roberto Clemente
But some people act like they think I live in the jungle someplace.
Roberto Clemente
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