Dave Stewart's Secret to MLB Success & Winning 3 World Series | LLBD #44

In this episode, we sit down with the legendary MLB pitcher, Dave Stewart, to discuss his incredible career, spanning 16 years and 3 World Series championships. From his early days playing winter ball in Puerto Rico, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic, to the challenges he faced as a black pitcher in the 70s and 80s, Dave shares valuable insights about perseverance, mentorship, and his passion for giving back through youth organizations. We also dive into the Roberto Clemente Award, his thoughts on the evolution of pitching, and what it means to "Live Life by Design." Don't miss this inspiring conversation!Stay Connected with Jeff: Instagram: instagram.com/jeffreymendez_papiTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@live.life.by.designLearn more about Studio 168: studio168p.com🎧 Subscribe to our channel for regular updates and insights into living a life by design!Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Dave Stewart00:07 - Dave on playing winter ball in Puerto Rico and Latin America03:05 - Legendary Latin American players in MLB03:34 - The significance of the Roberto Clemente Award05:59 - Dave’s humanitarian efforts during the 1989 earthquake09:57 - Getting called up to the Major Leagues in 197812:19 - Persevering through setbacks and being passed over16:13 - Reflecting on a 16-year MLB career20:20 - Endurance in the face of setbacks and negative perceptions23:18 - Signing with the Oakland A’s and career turnaround25:01 - Controlling the controllable and winning 3 World Series27:21 - Evolution of pitching in the MLB33:02 - The excitement of winning the 1981 World Series with the Dodgers34:24 - 1989 World Series win with Oakland A’s34:46 - Reflecting on the 1993 World Series win38:37 - Living life by design: Dave's journey to becoming a professional athlete Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.