Fueling momentum for the legislation has been a feeling that Palmeiro's suspension was an affront to Congress. Appearing before a House committee in March, the Orioles slugger swore under oath he had never used steroids. He got the confidence of all of us, ... We thought he was a stand-up guy.
Quotes about slugger (4 Quotes)
I think we are going to get a lot of what we got last year -- some good baseball and some not so good. I think they still need a slugger at first base. Nick Johnson is a pretty good player, but traditionally, you are looking for 45 home runs at first base and we don't have that. We have to make it up at other places. I'm pretty happy with their acquisition. They really strengthen their bench and that was a big thing.
Anytime you get a career slugger like Frank, who can drive in runs, get on base, hit well, it's always an asset. Plus he gives you leadership, someone you can look up to. It's always a bonus to have someone like that.
Manager Frank Robinson has a simple strategy for dealing with San Francisco slugger Barry Bonds, who comes to RFK Stadium tonight with the Giants. Go after him, ... Make your pitches and go get him out.