Calvin Schiraldi: From Major League Pitches to Sobriety Strikes
It took getting sober and then thinking about the life that I've had, and, and you know it, it's, it's been a really good life and I just never really had the chance to enjoy it.
Picture this: you're a star pitcher in Major League Baseball, living the dream with teams like the Mets, Red Sox, Cubs, and Padres. But behind the scenes, the pressures of the game push you into the dark world of alcoholism. This is Calvin Schiraldi's story. In this episode of 'The Payoff with Pete', Calvin opens up about his tumultuous journey from the highs of professional baseball to the lows of addiction.
He candidly discusses how he used alcohol as a coping mechanism for the immense stress and how it led him to some of his darkest moments. But Calvin's story doesn't end there. He shares how hitting rock bottom became the catalyst for his recovery, leading him to a life of fulfillment and sobriety. Now, he's dedicated to helping others navigate their own paths to recovery.
Whether you're a sports fan or someone touched by addiction, Calvin's journey offers a powerful reminder that it's never too late to turn things around.