Quisenberry was an all-time great relief pitcher who was 5th all-time in saves when he retired. He spent most of his career with the Royals---making three all-star appearances, five times Rolaids Relief pitcher of the year and five times saves leader.
He was famous for his submarine delivery and his quick wit.
Speaking of his wit, here are a few of his classic quotes listed below.
"Our fielders have to catch a lot of balls or at least deflect them to someone who can."
--on the Royals Defense
"We're parasites. We live off the people who spend two hours on the field."
--on Relief Pitching
"I'm just a garbage man. I come into the games and clean other people's messes."
--on relief pitching.
Lots more Quisenberrry quotes at www.baseballquotations.com
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