I think if they really knew what we went through, then they would appreciate it more. But there are those players who realize they wouldn't be where they are if it weren't for the Negro League. Jackie Robinson's legend lives on.
Every great journey begins with courage.
Without Jackie Robinson and the Negro League, the story of baseball is incomplete. Because four former players were ill, only half of the eight players who were included on the Wall of Fame were able to attend. I didn't think it would happen. We had always talked about it, but nothing ever happened. The Brewers really shocked us.