John Loy Rocker is a former American Major Baseball player who played six seasons in MLB (Major League Baseball) as a part of the Atlanta Braves team. He was born in 1974 in Statesboro, Georgia and made his debut in the baseball industry in 1993. He was also a remarkable player during his earlier years and has played as a pitcher for his school and college teams. In 1998, he was promoted to a major league club, and since then, he has made his name on the list of the top baseball players in the world.
The last game of John Rocker was in 2005, where he played for Long Island Ducks in ALPB (Atlantic League of Professional Baseball). He also became a part of some movies and television shows, including The Greenskeeper (2002), Pros vs Joes (2006), and Survivor 29th season (2014). If you are a sports lover, you can learn a lot from him.
Are you a fan of John Rocker? If yes, then you would love to read John Rocker quotes. Turtle Quotes have the best collection of quotes by John Rocker about racism, life, and more.
John Rocker Racist Quotes
John Rocker never felt shy to express himself in front of the media, even if he sounds too racist. Here are some John Rocker racist quotes:
“My comments concerning persons afflicted with AIDS as well as various minority groups have left people wondering if I am a racist.” SOURCE: CNN
“I’ll admit I said something I shouldn’t have said.” SOURCE: CNN
“I have hurt people. It was unintentional, but nevertheless, there was damage done.” SOURCE: LA TIMES
“I am extremely sorry for the stress and confusion I have brought on the Braves organization.”
“The media loves nothing more than when there is a racial scandal or something. Racism, bigotry, these are just such hot button issues, and the media loves it.”
“Even though it might appear otherwise from what I’ve said, I am not a racist. I should not have said what I did because it is not what I believe in my heart.”
“About my presumed hatred of the people of New York, the comments I made over six months ago offended many people. I’m fully aware of this and I sincerely apologize”
Famous John Rocker Quotes
John Rocker has helped his team to win various trophies, and there is a lot you learn from him. Here are some Famous John Rocker quotes:
“I have a group of close personal friends that are all my world. My family is my world. And as long as those people are happy with me, then I’m happy with myself.”
“The last thing I want to do… is offend people and ostracize myself.” SOURCE: CNN
“I’m merely a baseball player, guys. In the great scheme of things, my thoughts, opinions and attitudes are of little importance.” SOURCE: CNN
“Like me or don’t like me, I’m not going to adjust my behavior, just to gain a few more positive fans.”
“I ain’t watching you do this crap. If you want to use some common sense here and try to upgrade your pitching, then we’re going to stay. But if not, forget it.”
“I also am fully aware that the overwhelming majority of people in this city are extremely charismatic, full of personality — though a bit spirited at times — but nevertheless that doesn’t make them bad people”
“I want everybody to understand that my emotions fuel my competitive desire. They are a source of energy for me. However, I have let my emotions get the best of my judgment.”
“The biggest thing I don’t like about New York are the foreigners. You can walk an entire block in Times Square and not hear anybody speaking English. Asians and Koreans and Vietnamese and Indians and Russians and Spanish people and everything up there. How the hell did they get in this country?”
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