Johnny Evers Quotes

United States, Baseball Player
July 21, 1881 – March, 28, 1947.

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.

Also known as Baseball Manager

There was never a finer character - charitable and friendly to his foes and ever willing to help a youngster breaking in.

Johnny Evers
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.

Johnny Evers
- Desire

My favorite umpire is a dead one.

Johnny Evers
- Favorite
- Umpires
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
- Career
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.

Johnny Evers
- Giving
- Player
- Ability