Rocky Colavito wasn’t just a ballplayer—he was a symbol of hope for an entire city. In this episode of Rounding Third, Peter Lemieux dives deep into the incredible rise, shocking trade, and enduring legacy of Rocky Colavito, one of Cleveland’s most beloved figures in sports history.

From launching 40+ homers to throwing absolute lasers from the outfield, Colavito had the power, the arm, and the charm. But in 1960, “Trader Frank” Lane sent him packing in one of the most infamous trades in baseball history—sparking decades of heartbreak and what some still call “The Curse of Rocky Colavito.”

📚 Plus: The wild story of his 500-foot throw, his perfect ERA, and why he still has a statue in Cleveland.

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00:00 Intro

00:58 The Rise of Rocky Colavito

02:31 Rocky's Peak Performance

04:05 The Shocking Trade

07:34 Rocky's Return and Legacy

09:00 Rocky's Legendary Arm

10:36 The Curse of Rocky Colavito

12:32 Conclusion

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Don Zimmer might be the Forrest Gump of baseball. From Jackie Robinson's Dodgers to Pedro Martinez and the Yankees, Zimmer was everywhere. In this episode of Rounding Third, Peter Lemieux tells the remarkable story of Don Zimmer's 66-year career in baseball-filled with near-de@th injuries, World Series wins, historic teams, famous fights, and even MLB rule changes.

🧢 He played with legends like Roberto Clemente and Willie Mays.

⚾ He coached teams that made history-and heartbreak.

🧠 His injuries led to MLB mandating helmets and dugout guardrails.

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Intriguing Facts About Babe Ruth You Never Knew

In this episode of Rounding Third, host Peter Lemieux delves into the lesser-known aspects of Babe Ruth's life and career. He shares surprising facts, such as Ruth's early fame as a pitcher, his non-unanimous induction into the Hall of Fame, his tough upbringing in an orphanage, and personal anecdotes including his penchant for speeding tickets and his complex personal life. Discover the human side of one of baseball's greatest legends in this fascinating deep-dive.

00:00 Introduction to Today's Story

00:15 The Scandal of 1919 and Babe Ruth's Impact

01:50 Babe Ruth: The Pitcher

03:16 Babe Ruth's Career and Hall of Fame

04:26 Babe Ruth's Early Life and Orphanage

08:20 Babe Ruth's Personal Life and Anecdotes

09:59 Babe Ruth's Catholic Upbringing and Final Thoughts

12:17 Conclusion and Community Invitation

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