I can't honestly say that I appreciate the way in which he [Ruth] changed baseball, but he was the most natural and unaffected man I ever knew. God, how I miss him.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He respected Ruth's talent but was saddened by the changes he brought to the sport, missing his genuine personality.
- In plain terms
- He liked Ruth as a person but not how he changed baseball.
- What can you take from it?
- Personal charm can outweigh professional impact.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you feel about legends who changed their fields?
- What makes someone unforgettable?
Another view
He admits his view is subjective and personal.
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