Quote by Bob Feller

Baseball is only a game, a game of inches and a lot of luck. During a time of all-out war, sports are very insignificant.

Baseball is only a game, a game of inches and a lot of luck.

Summary

This quote highlights the perspective that baseball, although an enjoyable pastime, merely serves as an entertainment, emphasizing its trivial nature. It also asserts that during times of severe conflict or war, focusing on sports becomes insignificant and irrelevant in the face of more pressing matters. This statement emphasizes the magnitude of war and implies that sports take a backseat in times of such intense reality and turmoil.

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