Rocky Colavito, beloved former Cleveland Indians slugger, dies at 91

‘Rocky was a generational hero, one of the most popular players in franchise history,’ Guardians vice president Bob DiBiasio said in a statement.

CLEVELAND — In the long and illustrious history of Cleveland baseball, there may have been better players, but none were perhaps more beloved.

And make no mistake: Rocky Colavito was a darn good ballplayer, too.

The beloved former Indians power hitter passed away at his residence in Bernville, Pennsylvania, as announced by the Guardians organization. Surrounded by his loved ones, Rocky bid farewell to the world.

Guardians Senior Vice President of Public Affairs Bob DiBiasio issued the following statement on Colavito’s death:

“We are deeply saddened by Rocky’s departure. Rocky was not just a baseball star, but also a hero of his generation and one of the most beloved players in the history of the franchise. His popularity extended throughout Northeast Ohio, where aspiring ballplayers mimicked Rocky’s unique routine – from his stance in the on-deck circle, to his iconic bat pose as he faced the pitcher. I proudly admit to being one of those kids. Rocky had a special place in his heart for our team and always held the fans in high regard. He often said, ‘I am grateful that God chose me to play in Cleveland.’ Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Colavito family, his former teammates, and all those affected by his loss,” expressed a spokesperson.

Colavito enjoyed a remarkable 14-year career in the major leagues, with a significant portion of it spent playing for the Indians. An impressive nine-time All-Star, he crushed a total of 374 home runs and achieved the milestone of hitting at least 30 homers in a season on seven occasions, solidifying his reputation as one of the most intimidating power hitters of the late 1950s and ’60s.

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