The first pitch I threw was to third baseman Bob Bailey. It was a fastball, low and away. He ripped it for a home run down the left field line.
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It should be thrown, with the wrist and grip set, just like your fastball, slightly off center - with the same velocity and intensity.Steve Carlton
My goals I can't tell you. They're too private. But I have some extraordinary goals.
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To pick up the paper and read about yourself getting slammed, that doesn't start your day off right.
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It was the best stuff I ever had, ... When I had nine strike-outs, I decided to go all the way. But it cost me the game because I started to challenge every batter.
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The final release point for the fastball is the tips of your fingers.
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It was a milestone that very few pitchers achieved and at that time assured you of election to the Hall of Fame.
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