National Quotes by Tony La Russa

I've said this: If Jim Leyland had been in my place, he'd have the 2,000 wins and I'd have 1,000. Leyland is the greatest.

— Tony La Russa

There's a bigger difference now than when I first got into professional baseball because that was before guaranteed contracts, before there was a lot…

— Tony La Russa

I think each negotiation should be based on what's the best decision - taking everything into account, not taking one thing into account.

— Tony La Russa

I'm careful not to give into theatrics when times are tough, I don't like it when somebody gives into outside pressure and puts on…

— Tony La Russa

Losing sucks. I don't think most people understand how bad it feels.

— Tony La Russa

My mind is just a product of 50 years of being taught. I'm no smarter than anyone else, but I've been taught by some…

— Tony La Russa

I'm a great believer in the character of a club. To me, character has a lot to do with how you compete. That creates…

— Tony La Russa

If the national government doesn't fix your problem, you've got a problem. You've got to fix it yourself. That's just part of the American…

— Tony La Russa

Just because you're down to your last strike, you're not out yet. You can always do more. You'll always have more at-bats to take.…

— Tony La Russa

Being involved in competition is a privilege and an opportunity. Seek to make the most of that opportunity by pushing yourself to the limit…

— Tony La Russa

I'm very distressed that the report was leaked early so that the initial headline said 'dismissed, fired.' That's 180 degrees from the arrangement we…

— Tony La Russa

When you don't have the deepest pockets, you better have the best scouting and development.

— Tony La Russa