During his playing career Righetti was a two time All-Star, American League Rookie of the Year, and a two time AL Rolaids Relief Man of the Year. He also pitched a no-hitter on July 4, 1983. Since 2000 Righetti has been the pitching coach for the San Francisco Giants. As a coach he has won World Series Championships with the Giants in 2010 and 2012. Dave and his wife had triplets in 1991.