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Perhaps man is the creature who, once struck down, defines himself by his ability to rise.
Why Time Begins on Opening Day (1984)
A good umpire, like a good FBI agent, is never noticed if he is doing his job.
Why Time Begins on Opening Day (1984)
After all, joy and sorrow are often arbitrary, largely states of mind; nowhere is it written that joy must accompany victory and sorrow defeat.
Why Time Begins on Opening Day (1984)
Baseball has traditionally possessed a wonderful lack of seriousness. The game's best player, Babe Ruth, was a Rabelaisian fat man, and its most loved manager, Casey Stengel, spoke gibberish. In this lazy sport, only the pitcher pours sweat. Then he takes three days off.
Why Time Begins on Opening Day (1984)