Today we’re taking the mound with “The Rocket” himself. Love him or hate him, you can’t argue with his resume: 2-Time World Series Champion, 7 Cy Young Awards, 354 wins, 4,672 strikeouts, and two 20-strikeout games.

But the real lesson isn’t just in the numbers—it’s in the habits behind the heater, the splitter, and the stare that said, “Good luck.” Let’s break down three success habits that powered “The Rocket”—and the biggest challenges he had to pitch through.