Casey Stengel Quotes
A collection of quotes by Casey Stengel.
Casey Stengel (1890–1975) was a legendary American professional baseball player and manager. Born Charles Dillon Stengel on July 30, 1890, in Kansas City, Missouri, he had a remarkable and influential career in Major League Baseball (MLB).
Stengel began his playing career as an outfielder in 1912 with the Brooklyn Dodgers, later playing for teams such as the Pittsburgh Pirates, Philadelphia Phillies, and New York Giants. His career in playing was moderate, but it was his managerial abilities that truly defined his legacy. Stengel managed several teams over the span of his career, including the Brooklyn Dodgers, Boston Braves, and New York Yankees.
However, his most significant and successful managerial tenure came with the New York Yankees from 1949 to 1960. During this time, he led the Yankees to an unprecedented five consecutive World Series championships from 1949 to 1953 and added two more titles in 1956 and 1958. Stengel's unique personality, witty quotes, and unconventional strategies made him a fan-favorite and earned him the nickname "The Old Professor."
After leaving the Yankees, Stengel managed the expansion New York Mets from 1962 to 1965. He played an integral role in building the team from scratch and famously guided them to a World Series win in 1969, known as the "Miracle Mets."
Casey Stengel was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1966 for his remarkable contributions to the sport as a manager. His impact on the game extended far beyond his successes on the field, and he remains one of the most iconic figures in baseball history.
