Found inside Page xxivstill live, and thrive, in the minds and hearts of millions of Yankee fans. batting champion. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. And. it: people who in their youth traded away ten Rocky Colavito baseball cards Pennsylvania is limiting sales of these 43 liquor products. I remember in l956 attending a San Francisco Seals game at age ten. Sweet Lou Piniella and the 1978 New York Yankees, when he pitched and won a game for the Yankees, the 10 best players not in the Hall of Fame, Maury Wills: Barnstorming with Jackie Robinson and Luke Easter, Analyzing Maury Wills impact on baseball through stolen base opportunities, The most-deserving players not in the Hall of Fame: Right fielders, The most-deserving players not in the Hall of Fame: Center fielders, Does he belong in the Hall of Fame? The Curse of Rocky Colavito: A Loving Look at a Thirty-Year Slump Paperback April 20, 2007 by Terry Pluto (Author) 66 ratings Kindle $9.99 Read with Our Free App Hardcover $39.98 28 Used from $3.61 6 New from $32.00 4 Collectible from $19.99 Paperback $18.95 25 Used from $5.82 19 New from $16.73 2 Collectible from :sentimental: They married and by 1956, he was a full-time Indians outfielder and fan favorite. Rocky Colavito still doesn't understand trade to Detroit Tigers in 1960. But So when Colavitos biographer, Mark Sommer, saw that baseballs All-Star Game was returning to the Ohio city in 2019, he reached out to Indians co-owner Paul Dolan. Its uncertain when the Hall of Fame will revisit this policy. He definitely deserves to be in the HOF for what he did for Baseball as a whole . I am Rocky Colavitos nephew. WebPSA articles contain a wealth of information about athletes, cards, card sets, autographs, auctions, prices and top hobby sales. AP Gary Peters, a former Mercer High School pitcher and former Major League Baseball player, has died at the age of 85. But Colavito knows better than to get his hopes up. But while he lives only 10 minutes from the old ballpark where his career blossomed with the Reading Indians, he seldom goes. I watch the Phillies on TV. Though he had several productive Detroit seasons, Colavito never reached a World Series. Sommers suggestion envisioned a scene reminiscent of the 1999 classic at Fenway Park, when Ted Williams pregame introduction triggered a tremendous response from fans and assembled All-Stars. In Colavitos prime, big Municipal Stadium crowds cheered him wildly. 1957 Topps Baseball Rocco (Rocky) Colavito Rookie for auction. The Indians never responded and Colavito will be absent from all the MLB-sanctioned activities surrounding the event in a town that once adored him. In this section MLB At Home NEW: Advanced Video Search Watch Live Games Condensed Games Game Recaps Daily FastCast Instant Replay MLB Network Podcasts Business of Baseball. In the three-way deal, the Indians gave up some future stars -- pitcher Tommy John, outfielder Tommy Agee, and catcher John Romano. With my leg, he said, its just an extra effort. Then, just two days before the 1960 season, came the unimaginable. In Colavitos prime, big Municipal Stadium crowds cheered him wildly. Is that an egomaniac or what?. Even without a Cooperstown plaque, Rocky Colavito remains a very talented and compelling player who will not soon be forgotten by those who had the privilege of seeing him play. With such a robust pool, Cooperstown can afford to be fickle with the Tiants and Colavitos of the baseball world. Either way those were some awesome players back then and Rocky was one of them. A Conversation With 1960s Slugger Jim Gentile, Part Two. Ted Williams' jersey has versions with "RED" and "RED S" on the front in the team name 'Red Sox" and is only found with a white toe plate. His strong arm threw out many and also stopped many from taking an extra base. Cuisinart Elite Collection Cookware, See the list, A season of shivers? Carl was working for a meat-packing outfit, Colavito said. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? He had a secretary whose job each day was to go through 35 newspapers and clip out every mention of Frank Lane. So I started to line them up orderly. They had this big chart we were supposed to check every day, he recalled. I loved hitting there.. Current Hall of Fame eligibility: Colavito appeared on the Cooperstown ballot for the Baseball Writers Association of America twice, receiving two votes in 1974 and one in 1975. Its been 51 years since the power-hitting, cannon-armed outfielder played his final major-league game. And after a while, they lined themselves up. us, High School: Theodore Roosevelt HS (Bronx, NY), Debut: A Bronx native who in the 1950s and 1960s became one of the sports brightest stars and perhaps the most popular Cleveland Indian ever, Colavito has lived for decades in virtual anonymity near Reading. Colavito may or may not warrant a mention on the national telecast. He could run, Colavito said. WebSorry. He thrived both with the Indians and after he was traded for Harvey Kuenn following the 1959 season in the trade that inspired the famous Curse of Rocky Colavito.. by David Laurila. Why: The Hall of Fame has no shortage of recentlyretired candidates these days through the Baseball Writers' Association of America, with stars such as Greg Maddux, Ken Griffey Jr. and Pedro Martinez sailing through on their first try with the writers in recent years. Rocky Colavito 1961 Topps #330 Baseball Card. Any player that plays this game would be a liar in my mind, my opinion, if he said he didnt give a s if he got into the Hall of Fame or not, Colavito said. 11,299th in major league history) CLEVELAND One of the most popular players in Cleveland Indians history was honored on Tuesday when a statue of Rocky Colavito was unveiled and dedicated . All images are property the copyright holder and are displayed here for informational purposes only. In 1965, he became the first American League (AL) outfielder to play a complete season with a perfect 1.000 fielding percentage. He has lived in the same house outside of Reading, Pa., for the last 39 years. Hall of fame Im. He definitely deserves to be in the HOF for what he did for Baseball as a whole . What happened was, he hated the mound in Griffith Stadium. Rocky Colavito was a popular player and was traded in the 1960s. Rocky Colavitos 374 career home runs are impressive, but in combination with his other numbers, he is on balance still a Cooperstown outsider in my estimation. A group of all-stars from 1961 sign a black and white image of themselves, Framed to 16 1/2x24 1/4. I love Cleveland.. on a day that will live in infamy , they traded Rocky Colavito to the Pennsylvania Gov. Harry Is Cold To His Family Fanfiction, Hammerin' Hank Aaron was manufactured with both a high-step and a flat-footed stance to keep the figure from falling Like the mushrooms he nurtured in dark houses behind his father-in-law's Berks County home, Rocky Colavito has spent most of his post-baseball existence in the dark. 1958 Topps Rocky Colavito. Featured Most Popular Home Runs Walk-Offs Top Defensive Plays Grand Slams Best of Statcast Extra Inning Moments Chatting Cage Legendary Moments Carry the Freight. in New York, NY He can be enshrined by the Veterans Committee. At Reading, he met his future wife, Carmen Perrotti. Make your reputation as a good broadcaster. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. In their primes, each may have seemed like a shoe-in for future enshrinement, but its a push to lobby for any of them now (though I included Gooden among the 10 best players not in the Hall of Fame.). As a side gesture lets not forget Bill Madlock to go into the Hall. Rocky Colavitos 374 career home runs are impressive, but in combination with his other numbers, he is on balance still a Cooperstown outsider in my estimation. Born August 10 . Score completed 30 of his first 73 starts! Fans were devastated and so was he. Found inside traditions, and patron saints in the new country they now called home. WebBrowse 79 rocky colavito stock photos and images available, or start a new search to explore more stock photos and images. He hit a total of 374 Homers over his career with Baseballs that were not as juiced as todays balls are in the MLB. To me, he was the ultimate [jerk], just not a good human being. I also listened to games on my pocket Transistor radio, sometimes late into the night at 10-12 years old. People will tell about Willie Mays or Al Kline, but besides for Mickey Mantle, Rocky was the best player of his era. Found inside Page 968I am delighted that I could be here today On this Labor Day weekend I have and coming out duction to Ohio than Rocky Colavito needs and visiting with Herb Score and Rocky Colavito were a great part of my life growing up in Cleveland with the Indians in the late 1950s. While with the Yankees in 1968, Colavito finally got to pitch, throwing 2 innings of shutout relief against Detroit and earning a win, the last position player to do so in the AL until 2000. Total Zone Rating and initial framework for Wins above Replacement calculations provided by Sean Smith. One year , Kaline never hit 40 in a year. It may be hard to believe, but the Cleveland Indians actually have won the World Series. Colavito hit a home run in the second inning, and reporters in the press box were informed of the trade shortly thereafter. WebView Rocky Colavito's record in Las Vegas, NV including current phone number, address, relatives, background check report, and property record with Whitepages. My knee jerk reaction from looking at Colavitos career numbers is: No, he doesnt merit a Hall of Fame plaque. Web10,000 Maniacs is an American alternative rock band that was founded in 1981. I had hard feelings toward Frank Lane, he said. As a kid I used to throw rocks and stones, Colavito, the former Cleveland Indians and Detroit Tigers outfielder, said from his home near Reading, Pa. I used to Despite that initial classification, Colavito was strictly an outfielder during his first professional season. If one were to ask a Cleveland baseball fan in the 1950s and 1960s who the team's iconic players were, Rocky Colavito's name would likely come up quickly. vs. BOS 1 AB, 0 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB, Rookie Status: After we got married, my wife, whos from here, wanted to live in New York, penthouse apartments and all that stuff, Colavito said during a recent telephone interview. A hero in Cleveland and a respected player around the league, his stats still surpass many HOFers such as Bill Mazeroski..the fact that he didnt have a World Series Championship is not his fault.the Yankees dominated in those yearsgood luck Rocco in making it to Cooperstown. Thats three pretty damn good ballplayers, he said. 24 Electric Range Lowe's, he was wonderful.talked to me for a half hour signed my cards at no charge and let me walk him to his car.he signed a topps 1964 super he said whats your name i said its rocky.he said whered you get that name i said i got it from you.i still have the card it says to rocky best wishes rocky colavito i plan to be buried with it.it was great to know that my hero was and is a wonderful man.he made me feel like i was 10 again. Asked whether Score would have been a Hall of Famer if not for his injury, Colavito carefully considered his words. WebRocky Colavito was born in The Bronx, in August 10, 1933. From. More than once his heroics kept us in great shape for pennant chases . I thought I should try to help him out as much as I could because he was a gem, said Colavito. He didnt place the curse, but his trade was strong enough to make sure the Indians havent won a World Series since. 60s. 1957 Topps Baseball Rocco (Rocky) Colavito Rookie For condition, please see pictures before bidding. It appears I will never pass through the doors of the Baseball Hall of Fame because its been proven to me to be nothing but one big Cool Kids popularity contest. Its not in my hands,of course., Colavito added, I checked some of the records and I know I have a better record than a lot of the guys that are in.. Colavito played parts of 14 seasons . Is that an egomaniac or what?. To me. At Reading, he met his future wife, Carmen Perrotti. Thats how he hurt his arm.. 60s ! Its been 51 years since the power-hitting, cannon-armed Rocky Colavito played his final major-league game. Born: He even had the tickets and did not go. Beloved Cleveland baseball legend receives statue. Rocky Colavito Cleveland Indians 1965 Topps Card #380. . Colavito was selected to start in his first All Star Game, July 7, 1959, at Forbes Field. Prior to the publication of Pluto's book The Curse of Rocky Colavito, there had been another explanation for the Guardians' difficulties, one that came after the 1954 World Series but preceded the 1960 Colavito trade. Much of the play-by-play, game results, and transaction information both shown and used to create certain data sets was obtained free of charge from and is copyrighted by RetroSheet. Detroit. Found inside Page 262Bill Bruton ( 1961-1964 ) is now living in Wilmington , Delaware . He hit more home runs and drove in more runs than anyone else in the AL from 57 to 65. Dont Knock the Rock was a local mantra. Updated: 11:37 PM EST February 24, 2021 CLEVELAND One of the greatest and most beloved players in Indians history is about to be immortalized forever. Colavito tried broadcasting and scouted for the Yankees, but when his father-in-law grew ill in the late 60s, he headed for the mushroom buildings on the Temple farm. The Washington Post, the USA Today network, and others drop the Dilbert comic strip after its creator Scott Adams went on a racist rant on his YouTube show Newspapers across the United States have pulled Scott Adams's long-running Dilbert comic strip after the cartoonist called Black Americans a 16 GOLD GLOVES the most by any pitcher! A life-size statue of Tribe legend Rocky Colavito is set to be dedicated on Tuesday in Cleveland's Little Italy neighborhood at Tony Brush Park. NOT in the Hall! Its origin is traced back to the unpopular trade of right fielder Rocky Colavito to the Detroit Tigers for Harvey Kuenn in 1960. Found inside Page 215Fans in Chicago would be able to see the games broadcast live on WGN. The. But Mike McNally, the farm director, told me to check the pitchers.. I had hard feelings toward Frank Lane, he said. Or write about sports? Bill Kingsborough. Rocky has been overlooked. Al Oliver. For 83-year-old Rocky Colavito, it could very well end any hope of him being enshrined in his lifetime. Chuck Thompson is the interviewer for Warren Spahn and Ernie Harwell does Rocky Colavito. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. They have released nine studio albums, six EPs, and five live albums. I always felt bad that he didnt get a job in baseball. Rocky Colavito had a .266 average over his career. WebDetroit Beautiful. Cleveland has not won a World Series since 1948. In Cleveland sports, Colavito quickly ascended to a plateau occupied only by the Browns Jim Brown. I saw the game where in the 8th inning he just missed hitting a fourth Homer by 6 ft. ! After we got married, my wife, whos from here, wanted to live in New York, penthouse apartments and all that stuff, Colavito said during a recent telephone interview. Scores from any date in Major League history, Minor, Foreign, College, & Black Baseball, Frequently Asked Questions about MLB and Baseball, Subscribe to Stathead Baseball: Get your first month FREE. as one of the country's most attractive and progressive cities to live in. That's three pretty damn good ballplayers, he said. innings of shutout relief against Detroit and earning a win, the last position player to do so in the AL until 2000. Found inside Page 185 to move next season into their own Camden Yards clone , it was now or never . Found insideI told my mom that I didn't think we should have anything to do with God who is so all anyone talks about is Rocky Colavito & how did the Indians end up We were partners for the purpose of growing mushrooms and I learned to buy manure, spawn, top soil, how to spray for red mites, how to work the dirt.. Does he belong in the Hall of Fame? Colavitos anemic vote totals with the BBWAA are more surprising still. Rocky Colavito has never won a World Series. This book celebrates his Hall-of-Fame broadcasting career with stories from Joe and dozens of fans, media colleagues, and players. And beginning in 1964, he started to bounce around from Kansas City to a second stint in Cleveland to the White Sox, Dodgers and finally the Yankees. Colavito has beenbeen through some health woes himself in recent years, including heart bypass surgery and the subsequentamputation of his right leg below the calf in August 2015. I'd drive by and see him. Fans in Cleveland were outraged by what they saw as the betrayal by the Indians' general manager, Frank Lane. Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free. From tragedy and injustice to freedom and, eventually, to fame, this is the remarkable story of The Jump Artist. But Mike McNally, the farm director, told me to check the pitchers.. Today's and tonight's Fairborn, OH weather forecast, weather conditions and Doppler radar from The Weather Channel and Weather.com Found inside Page 171She's been out of work for several weeks now . The right fielder went into rapid decline after 1966, bouncing between four teams his final two seasons, though as noted here recently, Colavito had a moment in the sun his last year in the majors, 1968, when he pitched and won a game for the Yankees. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Your email address will not be published. Deseret News. The people of Cleveland still have so much affection for Rocky that I figured this was made to order for an All-Star Game, Sommer said. I watch the Phillies on TV. Either way those were some awesome players back then and Rocky was one of them. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Sunday, February 26, 11:03PM. Colavito tried broadcasting and scouted for the Yankees, but when his father-in-law grew ill in the late 60s, he headed for the mushroom buildings on the Temple farm. Feedback. Product Description. While 400 HR is not a ticket to the Hall, in the late 60s it was a lofty number, and had it been part of Colavitos resume, its a number that would have attracted attention from voters. Copyright 2000-2023 Sports Reference LLC. Everything was on a high with Rocky Colavito. But he could make some outstanding plays. while relievers youve never heard of now flirt with 100 mph fastballs. Hello Ozzie, Sommers suggestion envisioned a scene reminiscent of the 1999 classic at Fenway Park, when Ted Williams pregame introduction triggered a tremendous response from fans and assembled All-Stars. He was the most exciting hr hitter in the al besides mantle. Rocky also hit four home runs in one game at Memorial Stadium on June 10, 1959. In 1968, many talented players nearing the end had the option to extend their MLB careers, at least for a year or two. They achieved their most significant success between 1987 and 1993, when they released four albums that charted in the top 50 in the US: In My Tribe (1987), Blind Man's Zoo (1989), Our Time in Eden Rocky was a local product of Crotona Park (south Bronx). WebChoose your channel and watch what's on now! Henry J. MORE: Jim Kaat on the Hall of Fame: I get a little cynical about it. It's nice to have great teams in Cleveland again! It was hard for me, Colavito said. The article focused on the majors' up-and-coming stars. Nancy Ellen Robinson, The Origin Of Christianity|Rev. Id love to be in the Hall of Fame. Where was Rocky Colavito from? Required fields are marked *. Occasionally, when he traveled into Reading for supplies, he'd meet another strong-armed local hero who'd also been forced to begin a new career, former Brooklyn Dodgers rightfielder Carl Furillo. Rocky Colavito, Vote: The most-deserving players not in the Baseball Hall of Fame at each position, The best baseball player not in the Hall of Fame, Does he belong in the Hall of Fame? On April 17, 1960, the then-Cleveland Indians, traded Rocky Colavito to the Detroit Tigers for Harvey Kuenn. He is 85 now, retired and missing a portion of his right leg that circulation problems claimed. If rocky and dale had been in New York or LA they would be in the hof. Even with 512 career home runs, Matthews needed five ballots to receive his plaque in Cooperstown. That birthday visit, in particular, was the trip that erased any lingering hard feelings. Handsome, talented and approachable, he was adored by youngsters. Your email address will not be published. - 100% polyester heavyweight "Double Knit" fabric. He even had the tickets and did not go. In Colavito's prime, big Municipal Stadium crowds cheered him wildly. WebView Rocky Colavito's record in Las Vegas, NV including current phone number, address, relatives, background check report, and property record with Whitepages. Browse channels Legends usually inspire curses. Bill Kingsborough. In splitting nominees into one of four eras depending on when their best seasons occurred, the Hall of Fame opted to have veteran candidates from the 1970-1987 and 1988-present eras considered at least twice every five years. He defensive play was outstanding. Dont Knock the Rock was a local mantra. Always accommodating, he told his wife to give him two hours after games one for the locker room and one to sign autographs. I thought I should try to help him out as much as I could because he was a gem, said Colavito. John Miasack (sp) had a blazing fastball but never wanted to grind through the minors (his brother played for the Stags). Tuesday night, baseballs 2019 All-Stars, most of them multi-millionaires with few retirement worries, will meet in Cleveland. Colavito tried broadcasting and scouted for the Yankees, but when his father-in-law grew ill in the late 60s, he headed for the mushroom buildings on the Temple farm. You know, boiling snow throughout the . Colavito is a member of the very interesting class of 1968, ballplayers who played their last game in the 1968 season (others are Wayne Causey, Elston Howard, Larry Jackson, Roger Maris, Stu Miller, and Hall of Famers Mickey Mantle and Eddie Mathews). Its unfortunate, though, for the players who wind up being jerked around for decades. Dave Parker, Does he belong in the Hall of Fame? The formerIndians great, one of the top sluggers of the 1950s and '60s, might rank among the most popular aging candidates online, with an active contingent of supporters. Cleveland is playing Chicago tonight and the score is 10-2 with Cleveland winning at this time-it's the bottom of the 7th inning. The Curse of Rocky Colavito This affects the poor town of Cleveland, Ohio, as if Cleveland sports need any more bad juju. Hes missing a part of one leg. Of course. Mr. Colavito also pitched three scoreless innings for the Tribe in 1958. ^ Oscar Fraley (April 16, 1956). In 1960, the Indians traded star right fielder Rocky Colavito. We all suffered a loss there. He was one of the most feared hitters in the league. In The Curse of Rocky Colavito, Pluto writes of many of the misfortunes that struck the Guardians following the Colavito trade: Since the book's publication in 1994, Pluto has written two sequels: Burying the Curse in 1995 and Our Tribe in 1999, the latter insisting that the curse was still in place. Colavito may or may not warrant a mention on the national telecast. When I couldnt find my name, I thought Id been released before I even got there. Each time, Progressive Field fans stood and wildly cheered his introduction. Though he had several productive Detroit seasons, Colavito never reached a World Series. Very fair. Even with 512 career home runs, Matthews needed five ballots to receive his plaque in Cooperstown. Better than Al Kaline in the early. "9 Youngsters Wait for First Taste of Majors". WebWhere does Rocky Colavito live today? WebFind many great new & used options and get the best deals for Colorado Rockies Baseball Cards- 150 Cards from 1970s-2010s at the best online prices at eBay! Cleveland youngsters formed fan clubs and swarmed him for autographs. As a kid growing up in rural N.C. Rocky was my favorite player He had classThere are lots of players in the HOF that were not half the player Rocky wasWhen I found out players like Rocky Colavito and Roger Maris were not in the Hall, I realized the hall of fame was built on a foundation of sand and politics.Dont Knock the Rock.Rocco D. Colavito..ROCKY!ROCKY!ROCKY! Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. "I think he is part of Cleveland's collective psyche in some ways. Does he belong in the Hall of Fame? But the story of the contentment he found in a fetid business far from baseballs spotlight could serve as a reminder of all the pre-free-agency stars who had second acts in the shadows. Everywhere Id go, the kids would crowd around and I get poked in the face or theyd get ink on my suit. All this being said, it was a little surprising to me when I learned Colavito was not in Cooperstown. Do you have a blog? It aint going to do me any good when Im dead.. He had a pretty good arm. Juniper ? Who is the other Colavito you were referring to? WebAcademic Writing WorkshopsSaturday 13th June 2020 - Getting Published Workshop what do academic journals look for? I roomed with (Jim) Bunning for three years, but he had more wins than Bunning did, Colavito said of Tiant. I told my family that, If they vote me in after Im dead, you tell em for me to stick it up their ass, Colavito said in a phone interview from his Pennsylvania home. Id stop and wed talk. Roger Maris - Autographed Signed Photograph co-signed by: Harmon Killebrew, Norm Cash, Rocky Colavito, Mickey Mantle - Item 87273. So I started to line them up orderly. Though he had several productive Detroit seasons, Colavito never reached a World Series. Current Hall of Fame eligibility: Colavito appeared on the Cooperstown ballot for the Baseball Writers Association of America twice, receiving two votes in 1974 and one in 1975. I would encourage anyone interested to check it out. It's been 51 years since the power-hitting, cannon-armed outfielder played his final major-league game. [3] Four hours after the game ended, Russwood Park - constructed primarily of wood in 1896 - was destroyed in a five-alarm fire.[4]. Despite that initial classification, Colavito was strictly an outfielder during his first professional season. Rocky Colavito smashed 374 homers in his career. I was pleasantly surprised when you mentioned my Uncle Dom as he was known to be a better player than my Uncle Rocky, but had a bad knee so the Yankees wouldnt take him. Found inside Page 88But when I live in Easter faith , I learn that there's a truth beyond my Rocky Colavito and Al Kaline would never welcome me into the Detroit Tigers We are offering genuine Topps Baseball Christmas Rack Packs originally issued between 1954-1962. WOW. Its a no-brain. Showing Editorial results for rocky colavito. Start 7 day free trial View All Hed been back before for his induction into the Indians Hall of Fame, for his 80th birthday in 2013. Rocky Colavito is a member of Baseball Player. And dont go overboard if things are fantastic. The wiry 6-foot-3, 190-pounder showed plenty of power as he climbed through the minors 28 HRs at single-A Reading, 38 at triple-A Indianapolis. In 1960, the Indians traded star right fielder Rocky Colavito. er. Fewer players (81) ended their careers in 1968 than in any surrounding year (avg 107 from 63 thru 67; avg 126 from 69 thru 73); so few players retired in 68 in part because four new teams came into existence in 69. 60s ! Height/Weight. How much more attention would that have been? March 4, 1962. Then there were ridiculous trades: notably a 1965 trade to reacquire Rocky Colavito, but they had to give up both Tommie Agee (who went on to star with the New York Mets during their championship season in 1969) and Tommy John (who won 286 games after departing Cleveland). Ted Kluszewski is another player like this from Colavitos era. Lot 0022B, Jan 02, 2023. Click here to sign up. The Return of Rocky Colavito is an event featuring the legend himself along with some of his teammates from back in the day. A Bern Township resident for decades, Colavito will celebrate his 88th birthday Tuesday in Cleveland by watching the unveiling of a statue in his honor in the Mr. Colavito also pitched three scoreless innings for the Tribe in 1958. Even without a Cooperstown plaque, Rocky Colavito remains a very talented and compelling player who will not soon be forgotten by those who had the privilege of seeing him play. Claim to fame: Colavito had a 14-year career from 1955 to 1968, and for about ten of those years, he was one of the best players in the American League. Where does Rocky Colavito live today? (Incidentally, Colavito had the most poetically rhythmic name in pro sports: Rocco Domenico Colavito.) cant say enough about a wonderful man.rocky rose. "50 years later, the Cleveland Indians' trade of Rocky Colavito still stinks: Terry Pluto", "60 years ago, the Cleveland Indians traded Rocky Colavito while he was standing on first base! The Hall of Fame hasnt considered the same era of veteran candidates in consecutive years since 2002. It was the 17-year-old outfielders right arm that most interested the Indians, and when, after signing for a $3,000 bonus, he showed up in Daytona Beach, he found himself listed as a pitcher. Phoenix, AZ 85004 People will tell about Willie Mays or Al Kline, but besides for Mickey Mantle, Rocky was the best player of his era. 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