"Dan Guerrero is one of the finest ADs in the country. He has an opportunity to make a statement here that says that there’s more to this than just winning. ... Are you going to get a better coach than Ben Howland? Is that what you really think? I’m very surprised and disappointed in this move. Whoever said it’s not win at all costs isn’t telling you the truth" – ESPN’s Bruce Pearl, on UCLA possibly firing its men's basketball coach (“St. John's–Virginia,” ESPN, 3/24).
"The city is bigger than the university, and that’s one of the roles of the team. We’re not in jeopardy of going anywhere" Blue Jackets President Mike Priest, on the team's role in the city of Columbus compared to Ohio St. Univ. (N.Y. TIMES, 3/24).
"I hate it. Hate it. Hate it. I think it's awful. In every way, shape or form it's awful" – Rays Owner Stuart Sternberg, on the designated hitter rule, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this season (TAMPA BAY TIMES, 3/24).
"He was like, 'What are you doing? You're a Sox guy.' I said, 'I'm doing business. I am a politician. I can flip-flop, especially if the Cubs end up in my community'" – Rosemont, Ill. Mayor Brad Stephens, on his friend ribbing him about his efforts to lure the Cubs to the suburb (CHICAGO TRIBUNE, 3/24).
"Here’s my solution for fixing the Pro Bowl: Do away with it" – N.Y. DAILY NEWS' Gary Myers (NYDAILY NEWS.com, 3/23).
“The National Football League is the most powerful sports organization in the world but it can’t mess with a pitching rotation. Commissioners Roger Goodell and Bud Selig went head to head on this one, but football struck out this time” – ESPN's John Saunders, on the Ravens adjusting their home opener due to scheduling problems with the Orioles (“Sports Reporters,” ESPN, 3/24).
