Johnny Evers Quotes

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

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• Player
• Ability
• Reputation

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• 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