Dwight Gooden reflects on the experiences of being a celebrated pitcher, noting how every outing felt significant and transformative, especially during his rookie season in 1984. He highlights how fans flocked to the stadium, not just to enjoy a game, but specifically to witness his talent. Gooden draws parallels to current players like Paul Skenes, emphasizing the unique pressure and pride in being the focal point of fans' attention, and acknowledges the special relationship between star pitchers and their audience at games.
"Everybody was there to see you, man. It was your show." - Dwight Gooden reflecting on the pressures and excitement of being an ace pitcher.
"Gooden knew his starts carried extra weight. He embraced that fans bought tickets to see him perform at his best." - Insights into the mindset of star pitchers.
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