EPISODE · May 19, 2025 · 13 MIN
The Joe DiMaggio Story You've Never Heard
from Rounding Third | Presented by BadderSports · host Rounding Third
Joe DiMaggio is a baseball legend, but few know the real story of how he became one. In this episode of *Rounding Third*, Peter Lemieux shares the untold story of DiMaggio's early years - from hustling on the streets of San Francisco to becoming the Yankee Clipper. Discover how an almost career-ending injury, a letter-writing mentorship with Ty Cobb, and a $2,875 raise changed the course of baseball history. Oh - and how Paul Simon met him after name-dropping him in *Mrs. Robinson*. 📺 Subscribe for more legendary baseball stories: [Your Channel URL] 🎙️ Hosted by Peter Lemieux ⚾ #BaseballHistory #JoeDiMaggio #Yankees 00:00 Introduction and Inspiration 01:04 Paul Simon Meets Joe DiMaggio 02:02 Joe DiMaggio's Early Life 03:03 Rising Star in San Francisco 05:16 Joining the San Francisco Seals 08:16 Yankees Pursue DiMaggio 10:12 Spring Training and Rookie Year 12:32 Conclusion and Legacy
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Joe DiMaggio is a baseball legend, but few know the real story of how he became one.
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