TAMPA, Fla. – Minnesota Twins Manager Rocco Baldelli may be leading a different club now, but his fondness for his playing days with the Tampa Bay Rays remains as strong as ever.
Once a dynamic five-tool player whose promising career was tragically cut short by illness, Baldelli is now healthy, thriving, and cherishes his role as a family man, taking each day in stride.
In a recent chat on The Rock Stops Here, Baldelli looked back fondly on his time as a Ray, a period marked by tremendous early success. The conversation also delved into the behind-the-scenes life of a big-league manager and former player.
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“Rock” shared some captivating anecdotes from his days covering Baldelli as a player, giving listeners a unique glimpse into the early career of the beloved slugger. Beyond the diamond, the discussion touched upon Baldelli’s personal life, including the challenges of making big family decisions with his wife, the trials of enduring the Florida heat during outdoor work, and even some candid stories from his time at Steinbrenner Field.
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