When Life Throws You a Knuckleball: A Life of Influence and Gratitude - Charlie Hough, 25 Years in MLB

Charlie Hough was drafted out of high school by the Los Angeles Dodgers. He never would have made it to the leagues without the influence of many mentors, including Tommy Lasorda. He learned to throw a knuckleball when he was in the minor leagues and was suffering from a sore shoulder. Thanks to learning that pitch, he played 25 years in Major League Baseball, pitched in three World Series, and was an All- Star. He played for managers like Walter Alston, Lasorda, Del Crandall, and Duke Snider, and pitched to Hall of Famers like Reggie Jackson, George Brett, Kirby Puckett, and many others. Not a day has gone by in the last 50 years when Charlie Hough hasn't felt grateful for the life that he is living...whether pitching into his 40's, or coaching and teaching into his 70's, Charlie knows how blessed he is to have the life he has. Married to his childhood sweetheart Sharon since 1969, Charlie lives his life with passion, gratitude, and a choice each day to be happy. He is a living lesson for all of us. To learn more about Charlie Hough, visit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlie_Hough