Rabbit Maranville Quotes
Born: November 11, 1891
Walter James Vincent Maranville, known as Rabbit, was a baseball icon whose relentless energy and unorthodox genius transcended the sport, offering timeless lessons for innovators and tech leaders. His philosophy—that speed, agility, and a fearless embrace of chaos can outmaneuver rigid systems—resonates deeply in a world of constant disruption. Maranville believed in the power of instinct over perfection, proving that the most groundbreaking ideas often spring from playful experimentation. His quotes inspire those building the future to move fast, break conventions, and trust that nimble thinking, not brute force, is the engine of true progress.
Rabbit Maranville Quotes (4)
"The fall of 1912 my fielding was above the average, but my hitting was not so good. However, I was the talk of the town because of my peculiar way of catching a fly ball. They later named it the Vest-Pocket Catch."
— Rabbit Maranville"I've spent more time in hospitals than some fellows ever spend in church."
— Rabbit Maranville"I've lost a lot of teeth and square yards of hide. But I've never lost my self-respect, and I've kept what I find in few men of my age - my enthusiasm."
— Rabbit Maranville"Nobody gets any fun out of baseball any more. I guess a kid's crazy not to be serious about it when he's drawing down $20,000 or $30,000 a year, and any smart-aleck gag you try may be your last. But what's life without a laugh?"
— Rabbit Maranville