Top 5 Quotes & Sayings by Johnny Evers

Explore popular quotes and sayings by an American baseball manager Johnny Evers.
Last updated on November 16, 2024.
Johnny Evers

John Joseph Evers was an American professional baseball second baseman and manager. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) from 1902 through 1917 for the Chicago Cubs, Boston Braves, and Philadelphia Phillies. He also appeared in one game apiece for the Chicago White Sox and Braves while coaching them in 1922 and 1929, respectively.

In my own case I have frequently faced the pitcher when I had no desire whatever to hit. I wanted to get a base on balls.
There was never a finer character - charitable and friendly to his foes and ever willing to help a youngster breaking in.
I am convinced that in my own career I could usually have hit 30 points higher if I had made a specialty of hitting. — © Johnny Evers
I am convinced that in my own career I could usually have hit 30 points higher if I had made a specialty of hitting.
A ballplayer has two reputations, one with the other players and one with the fans. The first is based on ability. The second the newspapers give him.
My favorite umpire is a dead one.
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