Billy Hatcher Quotations

When he gets a feel, that's when he's going to go. Stealing bases is all about rhythm. Once you get your rhythm, it's easier to steal a base.

I've always enjoyed going back to Cincinnati. When it's one of the places you played, as a coach, you say, 'I hope I can go back.' I was elated. It's a great feeling to coach where you've played.

I can help the guys be better outfielders, and I can help them be better base runners and base stealers. You look at where your strengths and weaknesses are and work from there. I can do that.

New names, new faces and just getting back into the groove of things.

Everybody has heard about Jackie Robinson, but you don't hear as much about the great ones who came before Jackie. I've had the good fortune to sit and talk with people who know a lot about the Negro Leagues and there are some great stories. It makes you want to go do more research about those individuals who made it all happen. It's a thrill that they are being recognized.