"This guy is in a different gear. He is really high powered, aggressive, energetic, and some say, nuts" – CBS' David Letterman, on new Clippers Owner Steve Ballmer (“Late Show,” CBS, 8/19). Read more of late-night TV's take on Ballmer in Laugh Track and Top Ten.
“He said he was throwing from the dirt. I said, ‘This is St. Louis.’ He has to throw from the rubber. It’s Bob Costas, for goodness sake” – Cardinals manager Mike Matheny, on Costas throwing out the ceremonial first pitch prior to last night’s game with the Reds (ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH, 8/20).
“Pace of game is my No. 1 issue. Commissioner-elect Manfred has stated, unequivocally, that he understands and supports the fact we must make changes in the pace of game” – Marlins President David Samson (MLB.com, 8/19).
“The story lines have been great. The cooperation from the team has been unparalleled. The ratings are really, really strong. They are up double-digits compared to last season” – HBO Sports President Ken Hershman, on this season’s “Hard Knocks” featuring the Falcons (AJC.com, 8/19).
“Being anybody’s No. 1 fan is earned, not given. But it doesn’t even bother me, man. If Shelly wants to be the No. 1 fan, I’ve got 40 (Clippers) suits, so I’ll give her one and let’s have a party. I’m willing to share” – Clippers fan Darrell Bailey, who is known as Clipper Darrell, on Shelly Sterling ascribing to herself the No. 1 distinction (L.A. TIMES, 8/20).
