Quote by Al Leiter

I love the game very much, but when you were a certain type of player for a few years, being a front-end starter, that's the way I still think I can pitch. But the body tells you no.

I love the game very much, but when you were a certain type

Summary

This quote reflects the internal conflict of a player who has a deep passion for the game of baseball but is facing the physical limitations of age and injuries. Despite having thrived in a specific role as a front-end starter in the past, the person acknowledges that their body is no longer able to perform at the same level. It highlights the emotional attachment to a particular style of playing and the realization that physical capabilities sometimes dictate necessary adjustments in their approach to the game.

By Al Leiter

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