14+ Jimmy Piersall Quotes On Baseball, Sports And Field

Jimmy Piersall was an American professional baseball player and coach. He played 17 seasons in Major League Baseball as an outfielder and shortstop, primarily for the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians. Piersall is best known for his emotional breakdown in 1952 and his autobiography, Fear Strikes Out, which was made into a movie in 1957. Following is our collection on famous quotes by Jimmy Piersall on life, baseball, leadership.

Spread the diaper in the position of the diamond with you at bat. Then fold second base down to home and set the baby on the pitcher's mound. Put first base and third together, bring up home plate and pin the three together. Of course, in case of rain, you gotta call the game and start all over again. — Jimmy Piersall

Probably the best thing that happened to me was going nuts. Nobody knew who I was until that happened. — Jimmy Piersall

Nutrition makes me puke. — Jimmy Piersall

... I want the world to know that people like me who have returned from the half-world of mental oblivion are not forever contaminated. We have been sick. — Jimmy Piersall

There is no better therapy than understanding. — Jimmy Piersall

I didn't get hurt in the contest. I hurt it the next day. — Jimmy Piersall

I feel great. I had a triple bypass in 1976 and a quadruple bypass in 1984. — Jimmy Piersall

If you want to talk to me, you'll have to put out that cigarette. — Jimmy Piersall

I've had 117 fights and that's the first time I've ever won. — Jimmy Piersall

You touch me and I'll kick you in the rear. — Jimmy Piersall

I'm the gooney bird that walked to the bank. I'm doing better than most of those guys who said I was crazy. — Jimmy Piersall

I asked my doctor how many more years I have left and he said, 'You're too ornery to die.' — Jimmy Piersall

We should have won the pennant that year. It was the best club I was ever on. — Jimmy Piersall

If Kona were to get a new logo, it would have to be a original character, not some well know one. — Jimmy Piersall

Life Lessons by Jimmy Piersall

1. Jimmy Piersall's story is a reminder that it is possible to overcome difficult obstacles, no matter how insurmountable they may seem.
2. His determination to overcome his mental illness and still achieve success in his sport is an inspiring example of the power of perseverance.
3. His story also highlights the importance of seeking help when dealing with mental health issues, as well as the power of support from family and friends.