Eddie Plank Quotes
Born: August 31, 1875
Eddie Plank, a Hall of Fame pitcher and master of the slowball, embodies resilience and focus. Competing in baseball’s dead-ball era, he defied physical frailty with an iron will, winning 326 games through precision and unyielding concentration. His philosophy centered on controlling the controllable—breath, rhythm, intent—while letting outcomes unfold. Plank’s quotes resonate because they strip struggle to its essence: grit over glamour, patience over panic. He taught that true strength lies not in force, but in the calm, deliberate mind. For anyone navigating life’s curveballs, his words are a timeless anchor.
Eddie Plank Quotes (2)
"There are only so many pitches in this old arm, and I don't believe in wasting them throwing to first base."
— Eddie Plank"I am through with baseball forever. I have my farm and my home and enough to take care of me, so why should I work and worry any longer?"
— Eddie Plank