Charles Comiskey

Athlete

1859-08-15

Quotes by Charles Comiskey

• It is the small things in life which count; it is the inconsequential leak which empties the biggest reservoir.

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• I had some great pitchers while in St. Louis. At first, they only 'pitched' the ball fifty feet. They had an allowance of six bases on balls, which was neutralized to some extent by four strikes. Later on, the 'throw' became a free-for-all, overhand, or any style the pitcher chose.

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• I was perfectly satisfied with the West Side of Chicago when I was in knickerbockers. I hope it was with me.

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