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. — Mickey Mantle Copy Share Image
Of course, I didn't tell you about all the times I said I was going to hit one and it didn't happen. — Mickey Mantle Copy Share Image
Heroes are people who are all good with no bad in them. That's the way I always saw Joe DiMaggio. He was beyond question… — Mickey Mantle Copy Share Image
If you want to know who was better, me or Willie Mays, you have to look at our career stats. And Willie's bottom line… — Mickey Mantle Copy Share Image
I hated to bat against Drysdale. After he hit you he'd come around, look at the bruise on your arm and say, 'Do you… — Mickey Mantle Copy Share Image
After I hit a home run I had a habit of running the bases with my head down. I figured the pitcher already felt… — Mickey Mantle Copy Share Image
When I'm hitting, I'd play for nothing. When I'm not, any kind of money I receive makes me feel as if I'm stealing. — Mickey Mantle Copy Share Image
A team is where a boy can prove his courage on his own. A gang is where a coward goes to hide. — Mickey Mantle Copy Share Image
His fielding leaves you wondering. Then he steps up to hit and all doubts start to fade. — Mickey Mantle Copy Share Image
Billy (Martin) was a great one for jokes. He liked to play a joke more than anyone I ever knew. — Mickey Mantle Copy Share Image
