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Rodney Tafoya shares recovery story before upcoming Isotopes book signing

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 3:06 AM

Last updated Sep 11, 2026

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Rodney Tafoya discussed his ongoing recovery from a 2022 stroke during an event at Isotopes Park on Tuesday. The 62-year-old former pitcher, who has played for nearly 200 teams throughout his career, is documenting his life and path to rehabilitation in his new book, "Inside the Core: The Passion Lives On." Tafoya, who spent a month in a coma following a hemorrhagic stroke, has transitioned from initial physical therapy to regaining his strength and mobility. He currently holds a career record of 459-98 and maintains a goal of returning to the mound by age 70 to continue his pursuit of 512 career wins. Tafoya is scheduled to host a book signing at the Isotopes game against the Salt Lake Bees on September 15.

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•Rodney Tafoya survived a 2022 hemorrhagic stroke that left him with partial paralysis.
•Tafoya has compiled a 459-98 lifetime record playing for 199 teams since 1982.
•The new book details his experiences with family, faith, and his dedication to baseball.
•A book signing is scheduled for September 15 during the Isotopes game against the Salt Lake Bees.
•Tafoya aims to return to pitching by age 70 to reach 512 career wins.

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3:06 AMYahoo Sports — Rodney Tafoya shares his journey about perseverance, hope and inspiration

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He stopped at the entrance of the room and leaned on his cane. The walk from the elevator and down the hallway had required some effort. Plenty still does these days. All the lingering effects of a stroke from 2022 that nearly killed him and continues to impact the left side of his body, particularly his arm and his leg. There’s been rehab and therapy. There are good days and some that are ...
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