But it all comes down to friendship, treating people right.

— Ernie Banks

I learned from Mr. Wrigley, early in my career, that loyalty wins and it creates friendships. I saw it work for him in his business.

— Ernie Banks

Loyalty and friendship, which is to me the same, created all the wealth that I've ever thought I'd have.

— Ernie Banks

My theme is, 'The spirit of friendship is the balance of life.' Not money. Not the World Series. It's friendship. The relationships I have with people, that's enough to keep me happy.

— Ernie Banks

People ask me a lot about the values I got from playing for the Cubs for so many years. The value I got out of it was patience. A lot of people these days are not very patient.

— Ernie Banks

The only way to prove that you're a good sport is to lose.

— Ernie Banks

When I wake up in the morning, I feel like a billionaire without paying taxes.

— Ernie Banks

You must try to generate happiness within yourself. If you aren't happy in one place, chances are you won't be happy anyplace.

— Ernie Banks