184 Quotes by Mickey Mantle

In 1960 when Pittsburgh beat us in the World Series, we outscored them 55-27. It was the only time I think the better team lost. I was so disappointed I cried on the plane ride home.

I've heard about you. I've heard about you, too.

Casey wanted us to stay loose. That didn't mean clowning around. He just meant we should be confident and relaxed. We shouldn't feel that one strikeout was going to end the season for us.

Billy copied Casey to a 'T.'

There were things that would irritate Casey, but trying too hard or getting mad at sitting on the bench weren't among them.

This year I'd rather lead the league in home runs, runs batted in and hitting.

Casey didn't easily forgive a guy who got doubled up on a hit-and-run play. He didn't see any reason why the runner couldn't take a quick glance back toward the plate to make sure the ball was hit safely.

Hey man! Get away from me!

Butcher boy, damn it, butcher boy.