The difference between the old ballplayer and the new ballplayer is the jersey. The old ballplayer cared about the name on the front. The new ballplayer cares about the name on the back.
Steve GarveyAbout author
- Author's profession: Athlete
- Nationality: american
- Born: December 22, 1948
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