Ernie Banks
Ernie Banks
Ernest Banks, nicknamed "Mr. Cub" and "Mr. Sunshine", was an American professional baseball player who starred in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a shortstop and first baseman for the Chicago Cubs between 1953 and 1971. He was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1977 in his first year of eligibility, and was named to the Major League Baseball All-Century Team in 1999.
"He never complained about his teams bad luck or bad talent, never stopped playing the game for joy, never stopped giving his all, never lost his proud demeanor, and never acted like anything but a winner. He was a symbol of the Cubs fans undiminishing resilience. If he could be happy to come to the park each afternoon, then so could we."
Ernie Banks"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money."
Ernie Banks"Did you hear that? I didnt hear anything. Put that question another way."
Ernie Banks"I like my players to be married and in debt. Thats the way you motivate them."
Ernie Banks"Sandy Koufax. Sandy was a special problem for me because he possessed exceptional control, speed and a great curve ball. He was highly disciplined, extremely committed and a very private person. These qualities enabled him to concentrate on his profession without a lot of unnecessary distractions."
Ernie Banks"The only way to prove that youre a good sport is to lose."
Ernie Banks"Its a great day for a ball game; lets play two!"
Ernie Banks"Theres another case — Ernie Banks. What could he do other than hit home runs? He didnt hit .300 lifetime. He couldnt play shortstop. He didnt have an arm. He couldnt run."
Ernie Banks"You must try to generate happiness within yourself. If you arent happy in one place, chances are you wont be happy anyplace."
Ernie Banks"Baseball reveals character; golf exposes it"
Ernie Banks"His wrists are the secret of (Ernie) Banks success. Instead of taking the big Ruthian type swing of the lively ball era, he swings his bat as if it were a buggy whip, striking at the ball with the reflexive swiftness of a serpents tongue."
Ernie Banks
