I never blame myself when I’m not hitting. I just blame the bat and if it keeps up, I change bats. After all, if I know it isn’t my fault that I’m not hitting, how can I get mad at myself?
Meaning of the quote
This quote by Yogi Berra, a famous American athlete, explains that when he's not playing well, he doesn't blame himself. Instead, he thinks the problem is with his bat, and if the problem continues, he'll try a different bat. He says that if he knows it's not his fault, he can't get upset with himself.
About Yogi Berra
Yogi Berra was a legendary American baseball player who had an impressive career with the New York Yankees, winning 10 World Series championships. He was known for his malapropisms, power hitting, and defensive skills as a catcher, and is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the game.
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