Baseball Quote by Tom Glavine
“As much as you love to finish games and all that kind of stuff, at the same time as a starting pitcher you hate to come out of a game where your closer has no margin for error, ... So at least with one guy on, Braden's got a little margin to make a mistake.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: ESPN Baseball Tonight, 2005
A starting pitcher must balance personal performance with the team's need for perfection, accepting limited room for error while trusting the closer's reliability.
In simple terms: Pitchers must manage expectations and trust teammates.
Key Takeaway
Embrace teamwork and realistic self‑assessment.
Themes
baseball
teamwork
performance
pressure
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
sports
When to use this quote
- starting pitcher
- closer
- game strategy
- post‑game analysis
Key Concepts
risk management
confidence
role clarity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal standards with team dynamics?
- What strategies help maintain confidence under pressure?
A Different Perspective
Even with a margin, mistakes can still cost the game.
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