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I knew when my career was over. In 1965 my baseball card came out with no picture
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"I knew when my career was over. In 1965 my baseball card came out with no picture"

- Bob Uecker

About this Quote

Bob Uecker's quote speaks to the finality of his profession in baseball. He understood when his career was over when his baseball card came out in 1965 without an image. This was an indication that he was no longer an active player in the league. Uecker's quote also speaks with the value of baseball cards in the video game. They are a way to keep in mind and honor players, and when a card is launched without a picture, it is an indication that the player is no longer active. Uecker's quote is a reminder of the significance of baseball cards and the finality of a player's career. It is a tip that a gamer's career can end unexpectedly and suddenly, and that it is very important to cherish the time invested playing the video game.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Bob Uecker somewhere between January 26, 1935 and today. He/she was a famous Athlete from USA. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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