Nolan Ryan Quotes, Thoughts and images

My job is to give my team a chance to win.

It helps if the hitter thinks you're a little crazy.

Pitching in the big leagues is a dream. Preparing to pitch in the big leagues is a nightmare!

Enjoying success requires the ability to adapt.

Everyone has limits. You just have to learn what your limits are and deal with them accordingly.

My ability to throw a baseball was a gift. It was a God-given gift. And I am truly appreciative of that gift.

Put the right pitching mechanics together with good health, and there's nothing surprising about lasting a long time.

Baseball life is a tough life on the family.

I can't imagine Joe DiMaggio was a better all-around player than Dale Murphy.

I can honestly say it took two full years for me to get over the fact that I was no longer a baseball player.

What man in his 40s would not like to look in the mirror and find Nolan Ryan?

I've got a different perception now and it's really enjoyable to be at this point in your life and be able to watch this.

I like to refer to my years with the Angels as the foundation of my career.

I feel very fortunate that I played for the four organizations I did.

And that's what makes this a great game, is the support and the commitment that the fans give the game.

I never found a place where I wanted to live more than Alvin (Texas).

I guess that's what Little League is all about -- trying.