"When Ted Williams was here, inducted into the Hall of Fame 37 years ago, he said he must have earned it, because he didn't win it because of his friendship with the writers. I guess in that way, I'm proud to be in this company that way."

Friendship

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Words carry weight, and Eddie Murray's insight into friendship is no exception. It serves as a gentle reminder that amidst the chaos of modern life, timeless wisdom still holds the power to guide our decisions and clarify our values.

About Eddie Murray

Eddie Clarence Murray, nicknamed "Steady Eddie", is an American former professional Major League Baseball (MLB) first baseman, designated hitter, and coach. He spent most of his MLB career with the Baltimore Orioles, and ranks fourth in team history in games played and hits. Though Murray never won a Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award, he finished in the top ten in MVP voting eight times. Murray has more RBIs than any other MLB switch-hitter; his 996 runs batted in in the 1980s were more than any other player.

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"And, you know, you try and preach to them there's more to this game than just walking up to home plate, swinging the bat, fielding a ground ball. There's some dedication in it, some love you've got to put into this work."

— Eddie Murray
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"No one was more important than my mom and dad. I know they are watching from a place up in heaven here today to make sure all their kids are doing good."

— Eddie Murray
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"My films are always concerned with family, friendship, honor, and patriotism."

— John Woo
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"But, based on my friendship with Evie as young mothers, I started going on freedom rides in 1966."

— June Jordan
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"A good painting to me has always been like a friend. It keeps me company, comforts and inspires."

— Hedy Lamarr
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"Friendship increases in visiting friends, but in visiting them seldom."

— Francis Bacon
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