In response to: Extra Point
Current issue
November 2024
Princetonians lead think tanks; the perfect football season of 1964; Nobel in physics.
Princetonians lead think tanks; the perfect football season of 1964; Nobel in physics.
PAW echoes one of the most misunderstood phrases in sports history (Extra Point, June 5). The actual quote, from manager Leo Durocher, is two sentences, two distinct observations: “Nice guys. Finish last.” There is no cause-effect relationship between these characteristics. Please help correct this unfortunate impression that performance somehow is negatively affected by being pleasant and polite.