I had an incredible experience living in New York, playing for the Yankees, to go through all of the things I did, including the no-hitter. It was a very memorable time. — Jim Abbott Copy Share Image
I still get a lot of letters from kids and parents who face different challenges and disabilities. I share some of the lessons that… — Jim Abbott Copy Share
There are millions of people out there ignoring disabilities and accomplishing incredible feats. I learned you can learn to do things differently, but do… — Jim Abbott Copy Share
I believe that challenges can push us beyond what we might otherwise be able to accomplish. — Jim Abbott Copy Share
I benefited from tremendous encouragement as a kid. So many people reached out to me, helped me, and believed in me even when I… — Jim Abbott Copy Share
I had an incredible experience living in New York, playing for the Yankees, to go through all of the things I did, including the… — Jim Abbott Copy Share
I loved throwing a baseball. It is so important to find something in life you feel crazy about. Because you are so passionate you… — Jim Abbott Copy Share
My advice is that you go and do something that you are really driven to do. I loved to play baseball and, because I… — Jim Abbott Copy Share
What's cool about baseball is you don't have to see someone for years, but when you see them, you just hustle up and give… — Jim Abbott Copy Share
I worked very hard. I felt I could play the game. The only thing that could stop me was myself. — Jim Abbott Copy Share
I think you need optimism. I believe that's incredibly important that you be optimistic that you can do things different and still do them… — Jim Abbott Copy Share
You know I still get nervous speaking in front of people. Speaking reminds me of pitching in that way. No matter how much you… — Jim Abbott Copy Share
