Bud Selig Quotes (160 Quotes)

once and for all deal with the integrity issue. There's no question there was an integrity issue.

Setting the all-time attendance record for a second straight year shows that baseball's popularity is greater than ever, ... We are living in baseball's golden era.

I will suspend any player who tests positive for an illegal steroid, ... There will be no exceptions. The union is aware of that, and they accept it.

There is a standard of behavior that is expected of our players, which was breached in this case,

I wish to thank the Department of State and the Department of Treasury for their assistance in securing the approvals necessary for Cuba to participate in the inaugural World Baseball Classic in March. The federal government thoughtfully and diligently helped us bring the application process to a successful conclusion. Now, with Cubas entry in the tournament approved, the World Baseball Classic promises to be an historic event and will guarantee our fans the greatest possible competition among the best players in the world.

Barry hasn't been convicted of anything it's unfair at this point, ... The sport is having a great year. Has Barry's absence helped or hurt I don't know, I really don't know.

Baseball is in the midst of a remarkable renaissance,

The Yankees are still there, there are still spring training games. If that's the greatest criticism, the only answer I can give to that is that at some point in life, you've got to rise above your own selfish interests. If this sport is to (reach) the heights that we have to, you can't let your own myopic interest guide you.

Once I get the report, I'll make a judgment about what to do. A lot of things have been thrown around that are unfair. I don't want to engage in that. I want some verification.

Back in March, I said that everyone who tests positive will be suspended and that has come to pass. While I believe the suspensions show the current program is working, they underscore the need for an even tougher policy. There is a deeper issue confronting baseball. It is the integrity of the game and that transcends the viability of the program.

I can't think of an analogous situation, ... A player goes out on the field, tosses cameramen around - not one, not twice, but three times - unprovoked by these people, by his own admission. To me, that is just absolutely unacceptable.

Our only concern, ... is that if the rain got so bad that it made playing farcical.

I am terribly saddened to learn of the passing of Harry Dalton, ... He was one of the great general managers of our generation. I was fortunate to have him serve as general manager of the Milwaukee Brewers from 1978 through 1991.

One of my priorities -- one of the game's priorities -- is the internationalization of baseball. We're doing everything we can to move the sport in an international direction. I think it's going to be absolutely spectacular.

I'm very comfortable telling you today that my program will rid the sport of steroids. I spent a lot of time talking to trainers, doctors, general managers, managers, players. I've devoted my life to this now.

Hank Aaron broke Babe Ruth's record. We don't celebrate anybody the second or third time in.

I guess people are aggravated because (wild cards) have won three world championships in a row. But frankly, the commissioner is not one of them.

We're just trying to be consistent. The record is owned by Hank Aaron. There will be plenty of acknowledgments by the media when he passes Ruth, but when a man breaks a record, we'll honor that.

The thing is not what only happens in this country, what happens all over the world.

Major League Baseball is a national institution and we take our responsibilities seriously when it comes to how the game affects the lives of American youth.

Perhaps, most damaging, it encourages our young fans to use these horrible substances, ... While I would prefer to resolve this problem directly with the players' association and jointly implement a much stronger drug-testing policy in major league baseball, one modeled after our program in the minor leagues, I understand the need for swift and resolute action.

This is an important and very historic development for Major League Baseball. Baseball has always served as a bridge that links generations. We created this academy to shore up that bridge in the urban community.

Major League Baseball wants to do its share to help those who are suffering from the devastating wreckage caused by Hurricane Katrina. I thank the players' association for joining us in making this initial contribution and I thank in advance our clubs, players, employees, business partners and fans who offer assistance in the days ahead.

We've taken a giant step forward. It's a very, very proud day for baseball.

If a player has a physical problem, I understand.

When this investigation is over ... that will be the time for me to make those kind of judgments.

Major League Baseball has always recognized the influence that our stars can have on the youth of America. As such, we are concerned that recent revelations and allegations of steroid use have been sending a terrible message to young people.

The idea we turned a blind eye is not supported by the facts.

The greatest country in the history of the world being attacked. So all of this doesn't mean very much today.

I'm glad his health is improving, ... We'll see what happens. We're in the last three weeks of the season, so it's going to be interesting.

I want to know exactly what happened. I want to know all the facts. Then I'll make a decision.

It is the start of the season, and I look for this to be the biggest season in Major League Baseball history. I believe we will set an attendance record (this season). The sport has never been more popular, I'm very proud of where we are today, and this should be a remarkable year in terms of both competitive balance and attendance.

While I believe the suspensions show that the current program is working, they underscore the need for an even tougher policy. There is a deeper issue confronting baseball, ... It is the integrity of the game and that transcends the viability of the current program.

I think this was much more specific. The specificity of these charges said it was time to have an investigation.

I have been saying for some time that my goal for this industry is zero tolerance. We are acting today to help restore the confidence of our fans in this great game.

I'm happy to say it was just a calm, peaceful day. We really have no surprises.

On behalf of Major League Baseball, I applaud the National Baseball Hall of Fame for conducting this special election of former Negro League stars, and I heartily congratulate those who were elected. I look forward to being in Cooperstown on July 30 to witness their enshrinement into the Hall of Fame.

I, of course, share the concerns that you have raised and I will take steps to insure that much of what you have written is implemented into Major League Baseball, ... I was deeply offended by what happened with Ryan Church and Jon Moeller.

It's the same information the Blue Ribbon Committee has worked off of and the players' association has, everybody has. It's very disappointing and just plain wrong. It's one thing to be wrong and it's another thing to know when you do it that you're wrong and you just go ahead and do it anyway. I find that hard to believe.

In the interest of security and out of a sense of deep mourning for the national tragedy that has occurred today, all major league baseball games for today have been canceled. My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the families and victims of this horrendous series of events.

I hear that there is about 58 more guys that have tested positive and if that's true, this game is screwed Congress will have a field day with it.

I am going to finish with my extension in 2009 and that will be it for me. I'll be 75 years old at that point and guys get out of jail faster for goodness sakes.

These media reports and rumors are totally, and completely inaccurate, and do not deserve further comment.

I'm supposed to be neutral. I'll let you figure it out. My mood is pretty good.

I'm excited about our upcoming pilot campaign with high school coaches to incorporate the anti-steroid messages in locker rooms and school buildings throughout New Jersey. These efforts demonstrate our strong belief that when young athletes are presented the facts, they make safe and responsible decisions.

We will move forward with the ownership committee and club approval expeditiously, ... In the time since he has become an investor in the team, I have gotten to know Stu and have been impressed with his acumen and enthusiasm.

Congress has lost patience,'' Davis said.

The Oakland club is in the midst of trying to get a stadium built in their area. We're clearly not going to expand. Frankly, there are people who think we've expanded too much. I hope for at least the time being that we have status quo.

I am very concerned about the large amount of cash consideration involved in the transaction and the length of time over which the cash is being paid,

Obviously we've only seen parts of things. We will review everything there is to look at. I'm sure all of us will read the book.