“Few names have left a firmer imprint upon the stages of the history of American times than has that of Ty Cobb. This great athlete seems to have understood from early in his professional career that in the competition of baseball, just as in war, defensive strategy never has produced ultimate victory.” —General Douglas MacArthur

“Cobb is a prick. But he sure can hit. God Almighty, that man can hit.” —Babe Ruth

“Cobb lived off the field as though he wished to live forever. He lived on the field as though it was his last day.” —Branch Rickey