Quote by Frank Robinson, In Sports magazi

Listen, I was the first black manager in baseball and there was incredible pressure. I don't blame anyone else. I was too tough . . . I lack patience. I probably got on guys a little too hard, with the wrong tone of voice.

Listen, I was the first black manager in baseball and there

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on their experience as the first black manager in baseball and acknowledges the intense pressure they faced. They take personal responsibility for their approach, admitting that they were too tough and lacked patience. They recognize that their management style may have been too harsh and not conveyed in the right tone, potentially negatively impacting their interactions with players. This self-reflection suggests a willingness to acknowledge and learn from their past mistakes as they navigated a pioneering role in the industry.

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By Frank Robinson, In Sports magazi

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