Quote by Bill Veeck

Baseball is almost the only orderly thing in a very unorderly world. If you get three strikes, even the best lawyer in the world can't get you off.

Baseball is almost the only orderly thing in a very unorderl

Summary

This quote highlights the unique nature of baseball as a sport and its association with rules and order. It emphasizes the impartiality and unyielding nature of the game, drawing a parallel with the justice system. It suggests that in both baseball and the legal world, there are consequences and no special privileges, even for the most skilled or influential individuals. Thus, the quote underscores the idea that baseball provides a sense of structure and fairness in a world that is often chaotic and unpredictable.

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