Seek out and celebrate your heroes, and explore online and in-person exhibits commemorating the history and impact of the game. Please order your tickets early as space is limited. The annual event has been on hold since November of 2020 when Covid concerns forced a postponement. But he is unlikely to gain immortality in the Hall of Fame. GEORGE RAVANIS-Arlex Oilers The BBWAA elected Bob Lemon and Robin Roberts; the Veterans Committee elected Fred Lindstrom, Cal Hubbard and Roger Connor; and the Negro Leagues Committee elected Oscar Charleston. Jim Gigi Cavanaugh, Reading BRIAN TISBERT-Lexington Blue Sox Adams may be a Hall of Famer someday, but Jackson is nowhere near HOF worthy. For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. RALPH WALKER- Hosmer Chiefs, Johnny Ball- Boston Typos Players Season Award Winners, significant contributor to successful teams, went on to a professional career. BRIAN COUGHLIN- Holovak & Coughlin They made it to Cooperstown. The AFA has been in operation for 43 years and is not affiliated with any other national semi-pro/minor league organization. For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. Doug Lentz-Wakefield Merchants Tickets are priced at $50 per person or $500 for a table of ten. He founded the dominant Chicago American Giants franchise and then spearheaded the creation of the Negro National League -- an unprecedented African-American baseball organization for the times -- in 1920. ROY PETERSON-Somerville Elms & Medford Mustangs SHAWN BRICKMAN-Medford Mustangs, Andre Chiefs & Powderhouse Pub The figures immortalized here inspired generations. Keep up with headlines and events at the Baseball Hall of Fame, and see who will be taking their place in history next. Big Bill Foster starred for his brothers Chicago American Giants, winning 26 straight games during the 1926 season -- including both ends of a doubleheader victory over "Bullet" Joe Rogan and the Kansas City Monarchs that clinched the pennant. Jackie Robinson broke that barrier when he debuted with the Dodgers in 1947, but it would take another 24 years -- and a public plea from Ted Williams -- for the Hall to induct its first Negro League star. Joe DiSarcina Player-Manager (Augustines As) Congratulations!!! Contributors/Administrators No waiting period for eligibility. John Gnieski Mustangs Eddie Landry-North Cambridge One story states that he was timed going around the bases in just 12 seconds. In short, stories that connect us all. Coaches saw him playing at a Watertown park and at the age of 11 he was drafted by the Red Sox of the Watertown Little League, before going on to Junior Babe Ruth Reds, Senior Babe Ruth, and then played for the Watertown Hibernians in the Stan Musial League. Original works of artpaintings, sculptures and renderingscelebrate the game. The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum challenges you to find your team's Starting Nine, a lineup of must-sees from our vast collection containing tens of thousands of artifacts that preserve the magical moments and memorable stories of our National Pastime. Centola had a decorated athletic career at Watertowns St. Patricks High School, where he was MVP of the Catholic Suburban League in baseball as a junior and senior and the Boston Herald named him to the All- Scholastic team in basketball when he was a senior. Centola hit well over .300 every year. Always free! As president and treasurer, Foster grew the NNL into a force that rivaled Major League Baseball. Coaches Participated for multiple seasons and was part of successful teams and is known to have greatly enhanced the players he/she coached. As good as Lloyd was with the leather, he was just as impressive with the bat: He retired with an average north of .330 (per most contemporary accounts) over a 27-year career, and he reached .400 on several occasions. A gift in any amount helps us continue to bring you the news. RICK FORESTEIRE- Melrose Rams He was fearsome (he considered every pitcher and umpire, black or white, to be his foe) and he was durable, playing across three decades for some legendary teams in the Baltimore Black Sox, Homestead Grays, Pittsburgh Crawfords and Philadelphia Stars. He spent the first 10 seasons of his career with the Cincinnati Bengals, where he made the Pro Bowl seven times. He was a summer star in the United States and a winter hero in his native Cuba. If a runner was on third with less than two outs, he'd fly deep to the outfield. Karen's mother, Nana, also shares the Centola home. ALEX MASEL Somerville Elms,Red Sox & Andre Chiefs The doors of the Intercity League's Hall of Fame will swing open for 23 new members on Saturday, November 15. He went on to play for Stonehill College, and he got the opportunity of the lifetime, pitching at Fenway Park during theUniversity and College All-Star Game. Suttles hit the first homer in the history of the East-West All-Star Game in 1933, and he won the exhibition with a walk-off, three-run blast in the 11th inning two years later. Cooperstown, NY - July 1 -3, 2023. JIM CLARKE-Lexington Blue Sox We depend on your support. It wasnt like I was waiting for this, Centola said. Players eligible five years after their final FCBL season. Jackie Robinson was the first Negro Leaguer to break the color barrier, but Irvin was the top choice of Negro League executives -- and he may have been the best player to cross over. The National Baseball Hall of Fame features over 300 members in its famous Plaque Gallery, but the path for 37 of them was longer than the rest. Those who saw him -- from Monte Irvin to Dizzy Dean to Roy Campanella and many more -- argued that Gibson (also a gifted defensive catcher) possessed the most powerful bat of anyone on planet Earth. Buddy Keohan, Wakefield Daily Item-Media Al Frezza- Medford Daily Mercury (Media) Among numerous coaching and administrative positions held, he guided the UMass-Boston baseball team from 1985-1991 and recruited Intercity League players Steve Coffey, Pete Albano, Steve McCormack, Jon Sutherby, Dave Ellegood and Steve Daley to the South Boston campus. BILL COOKE- Lexington Blue Sox Centola graduated from Stonehill College in 1982. The CFP on Wednesday announced the three new members that would be replacing Wyoming AD Tim Burman, Colorado AD Rick George and former Penn State and NFL player John Urschel on the panel that chooses the four teams that play for the national championship. Phoenix, Arizona - September 28 - October 14, 2023 * 18 Wood Open, Minor, Rookie Divisions - September 28 . Not only were you unbelievable to watch play, but you also made every game and practice memorable. Manley operated the Newark Eagles, alongside her husband, Abe, for 13 seasons, handling the clubs promotions, travel schedules and contract negotiations in addition to many other behind-the-scenes tasks. The Archives and Collections at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum preserve relics of the game, the great stories they tell, and a trove of historic information. The annual event has been on hold since November of 2020 when Covid concerns forced a postponement. He threw strikes, got outs, got saves and got wins. Travel through history via artifacts and documents that highlight the games greatest heroes and teams, exploring how baseball has changed throughout the years. The Intercity League's Hall of Fame Ceremony and Awards Dinner has been scheduled for Thursday evening June 8, 2023 at Anthony's in Malden. The ICL will welcome in the following inductees on June 8: Chuck Andre - Chiefs [] Read more Here he is seen playing for Stonehill College. Seven Negro League Hall of Famers, including Cool Papa Bell and Satchel Paige, played for Wilkinsons Monarchs, as did future Major League stars Jackie Robinson and Ernie Banks. Bob Gibbs Manager-Official (Arlex) 0. Whites greatest contribution was likely his first book, History of Colored Baseball, which provided the first in-depth anthology of African-American ballplayers before the Negro Leagues formed in 1920. Among numerous coaching and administrative positions held, he guided the UMass-Boston baseball team from 1985-1991 and recruited Intercity League players Steve Coffey, Pete Albano, Steve McCormack, Jon Sutherby, Dave Ellegood and Steve Daley to the South Boston campus. A situational hitter, Centola knew what his job was from at bat to at bat. Rube Fosters younger half-brother authored a legacy all his own with a golden left arm, mixing a high-octane fastball with a famous ability to change speeds that left hitters flailing. The Hall of Fame committee wrote up the following profile of Centola: Presence is defined as the impressive manner, appearance, bearing or air of a person. Kansas City won six Negro American League pennants and one Negro League World Series title with Smith coming out of the bullpen. BOB SPINNEY- Hosmer Chiefs Karens mother, Nana, also shares the Centola home. Coaches exhort hitters to have an idea when they go to the plate. JOE SARNO- Wakefield Merchants In the playoffs, where stellar play elevates players in the eyes of media and fans, he never shined. Self-guided tour or VIP experience. A man remembered even more for the awestruck stories he inspired than his statistics, Paige was named by many who saw him -- black and white -- as the greatest pitcher who ever lived. Hank Landers, Chiefs After college, Centola began playing in the Intercity League, and began coaching. Your the best and congrats. Watertown's Peter Centola will be inducted into the Intercity Baseball Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame saw its membership grow by six on August 9, 1976 as the induction ceremony had to be moved indoors to a ballroom at the Otesaga Hotel due to rain. Peter Centola is now the Director of the Watertown Recreation Department. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these. He is credited with inventing the Pistol offense, with a running back lined up behind the quarterback in a shotgun formation. Copyright 2023 YB Media, LLC. RON LUONGO-Lynnfield Colonials & Hosmer Chiefs Pittsburgh Courier sportswriter Wendell Smith wrote that Posey was the smartest man in Negro [League] baseball, and certainly the most successful.. Paul Lahey, Malden Evening News-Media Bob DeFelice Player-Manager (Chiefs & Typos) His first position was as freshman coach at Belmont High School in 1983, then moved to Mass Bay Community College the next year before going to UMass-Boston, where he coached from 1985-91. A situational hitter, Centola knew what his job was from at bat to at bat. He was also one of its best hitters, finishing with a career average of roughly .340 and a slugging percentage around .525. Fred Knox Player (Chiefs) . Pete Frates- Lexington Blue Sox Green's final two seasons in the league with the Arizona Cardinals were unimpressive, with the former Georgia star tallying 1,084 receiving yards and five TD catches. Still, Grant led the International Leagues Buffalo squad in hitting each year from 1886-88. Harold A Maio, Harold A Maio on Mosesian Center Hosts Heart Truth: Mental Health Stories from the Deaf Community, Hi, Charlie: My husband took a photo from our second story East End window that day of a big armored, Libby Shaw on Share Your Memories of the Shootout & Capture of the Boston Marathon Bombers, I agree with you, Dennis. Wilsons career average settled near .360, right on par with Josh Gibson for the Negro Leagues best all-time mark. (more). GORDIE LEWIS- Hosmer Chiefs A trip to Cooperstown has something for baseball fans and everyone else. He has been the commissioner of the Watertown Men's Summer Basketball League for 33 years. IRVING, Texas (AP) Hall of Fame coach Chris Ault of Nevada, Washington athletic director Jennifer Cohen and Miami (Ohio) athletic director David Sayler are joining the College Football Playoff's 13-member selection committee next season. No foul language. Rob Santo- Medford Mustangs & Augustine As ANDY SULLIVAN- Medford Mustangs & Watertown Reds From 1983 when he joined the Grannan Club and soon settled in as their everyday first baseman and four hitter, until 1992 when he closed his career in the same roles, Centola could be counted on to supply the team with the requisite home runs and RBI. The following information was provided by the Watertown Community Foundation: Leagues Hall of Fame. These rosters list 10 Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame inductees. The Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2023 was revealed Thursday night at NFL Honors, three days before Super Bowl LVII. Updated Mar. VIN MARTELLI- Hosmer Chiefs & Wakefield Merchants EDDIE LARSON MVP Dionys Quezada, Middlesex Expos TOM CASSELL OUTSTANDING HITTER Dionys Quezada, Middlesex Expos OUTSTANDING PITCHER- Chris Mitchell, Melrose Americans FIREMAN OF THE YEAR- Manny Delcarmen, Lexington Blue Sox ROOKIE OF THE YEAR- [], Melrose The Middlesex Expos scored four runs in the first inning and then blanked Lexington for the first six innings to win the teams first Intercity League Championship. Pompez later scouted for the New York Giants, ushering in more international talent to the Major Leagues. See the bottom of this page for crieria and other information. An individual may not nominate themselves for induction. The following information was provided by YardArt Watertown: He teamed up with Gibson to form the equivalent of the Yankees Lou Gehrig and Babe Ruth, leading the Grays to nine Negro National League pennants and five Negro League World Series appearances. He started working there in 1976. Harry Mehos- Augustine As FRAN DEANGELIS- Hosmer Chiefs And they all capped their careers with the greatest play of all. Pioneers and builders of dynasties. Ault did three separate stints as Nevada's coach from 1976-2012, going 234-108-1. "It was a pleasant surprise.". John Pancho Webb Mustangs & Chiefs, JIM ADAMSON-Melrose Rams John Moore, Merchants "It was a thrill.". His first position was as freshman coach at Belmont High School in 1983, then moved to Mass Bay Community College the next year before going to UMass-Boston, where he coached from 1985-91. The 2023 season will be the last in which the playoff has a four-team format. It was introduced in for the 2008/09 season with the purpose of raising the profile of the sport in Ireland and increasing interest in Scotland. His baseball career did not get off to an auspicious start. EDDIE McCARTY-Hosmer Chiefs I can't seem to express, Linda Scott on OP-ED: How Safe is Watertown from a Bio Lab Emergency? Jack Mountain- Boston Typos & Hosmer Chiefs After college, Centola began playing in the Intercity League, and began coaching. The consensus pick as the Negro Leagues best third baseman, Johnsons glovework evoked comparisons to Major League stars Pie Traynor and Brooks Robinson. 1 team, gave up four runs in the first inning and pitched two innings. These days Peter Centola can be seen around Watertowns recreation facilities as the towns Director of Recreation, but in his younger days baseball was his life. The inductees are listed in chronological order, beginning with Satchel Paige's landmark election to the Class of 1971. Centola played for 10 years in the very competitive adult baseball league for the Arlington-based Grannan Club, which turned into Holovack and Coughlin. The Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame induction dinner will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017, at Montvale Plaza in Stoneham. Great career and great guy. Whether patrolling the first base bag, digging into the left hand batter's box or glaring in from the mound, Pete Centola carried presence. Welcome to the Hall of fame. Charlie BreitroseMothers from the Watertown Youth Hockey skated a lap of honor in memory of their friend Jami Curley at John A. Ryan Arena. Jon Sutherby- Wakefield Merchants, Joe Armstrong, Chiefs Centola hit well over .300 every year. The lifelong Watertown resident is married to Karen. More >, Gibsons exclusion from the Major Leagues evokes as many what ifs as any Negro League star. People of all backgrounds and experiences. YardArt Watertown"PaTRASHia" was one of the pieces made for Watertown's YardArt. He was also fearless, evoking Cobb with his aggressive, win-at-all-costs style of play. JOE GULINO- Medford Mustangs Being named to the the Hall of Fame was a thrill and an honor, Centola said. He came to Watertown High School to coach in the early 1990s and was a volunteer coach for the Harvard junior varsity while also serving as assistant athletic director at Mount Ida College. When Haverstraw Little League opened its 1973 season the following May, the 550 players on 34 teams in six divisions dedicated the season to the memory of the man who did so much . FRANKIE LEMOS- Hosmer Chiefs & Everett City Club Nominations can be submitted here. STAN DeMARTINIS-Melrose Rams & Lynnfield White Sox BILLY DUNN- Hosmer Chiefs, Medford Mustangs & Augustines As 3 , InterCity Express (ICE) 101 88 . Jimmy Quinn Player-Manager (North Cambridge) Now sit back and enjoy the acknowledgement of others. His baseball career did not get off to an auspicious start. John, Coach, from your very first Varsity MVP at UMB. More >. The Dorothy and Charles Mosesian Center for the Arts -- DEAFinitely, Inc. and This Is My Brave (TIMB) present the groundbreaking show This Is My Brave - Heart Truth: Mental Health Stories from the Deaf Community. For one night only, 13 Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing storytellers will share their personal stories of mental illness and recovery to break down stigma, uncover access barriers in the mental health system and celebrate the resilience of the Deaf community using American Sign Language storytelling, art, and dance. Dihigo may have been the most versatile player in baseball history. DICK NEWTON-Augustines As MIKE TURILLI- Melrose Rams But thats likely selling him short. IRVING, Texas (AP) Hall of Fame coach Chris Ault of Nevada, Washington athletic director Jennifer Cohen and Miami (Ohio) athletic director David . Of bravery, tragedy and redemption. Charlie Patterson, Reading Dick DeFeo Player (Merchants) Once an individual has been nominated, their nomination will remain active for a period of 5 years or until such time they are inducted into the Hall of Fame. Its teams also play in the Northern Premier League or the Irish Hockey League. He worked as a teacher's aide in the 1980s while also coaching baseball. Joe Driscoll, Umpire Paige was known as the ultimate showman as he barnstormed hundreds of games per year and dazzled scores of fans. More >. With Centola, batting and fielding credentials tell two-thirds of the story. The materials in the Baseball Hall of Fame collection evoke awe, reflection, and no shortage of emotion. Then he became athletic director at Newbury College, where he restarted baseball as a club sport and later became a varsity team. Whether patrolling the first base bag, digging into the left hand batters box or glaring in from the mound, Pete Centola carried presence. He wore wooden shin guards to protect himself from spikings at second base, and he was repeatedly on alert for beanings at home plate. AL LANNI- Umpire MARK SULLIVAN- Augustines As & Somerville Red Sox & Somerville Elms RICK DEANGELIS- Reading Town Team He is currently the Director of Recreation in Watertown. Smiths sweeping curveball, honored on his Hall of Fame plaque, was his calling card. The Premier League Hall of Fame honours the leading association football players that have played in the Premier League, the top level of the English football league system.Inaugurated in 2020 but delayed a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hall of Fame is intended to recognise and honour players that have achieved great success and made a significant contribution to the league since its . Streak Hall of Fame. Often called upon to take the mound, it wasnt overpowering velocity that got batters out, it was location and guile. Don January Umpire JON DREW-Somerville Red Sox, Andre Chiefs, Lynnfield White Sox, Guinness Club, & Gately As [12][13] Along with 2021 inaugural inductees Thierry Henry and Alan Shearer, a fan vote determined additional inductees; the inaugural nominees were:[14], Players in bold were inducted for the Premier League Hall of Fame that year. But he supplied much more. In an in-depth look at baseballs beginnings, explore the games evolution, early amateur roots, and transition to professional players and teams. Charlie BreitroseThe City Council voted to replace the artificial turf at Victory Field with a new artificial surface. Ellis Sonny Lane, Chiefs Recently, the Watertown Youth Hockey community came together for their annual fundraiser, and also paid tribute to a hockey mom who recently lost her battle with cancer. The items within the Archives and Collections come in a variety of shapes and sizes - ranging from large three-dimensional artifacts to photographic slides and everything . Jim Melzar, Chiefs The Negro Leagues best shortstop was likely Lloyd, nicknamed The Shovel for the way he would scoop up glovefuls of dirt (along with the ball, of course) in a similar style to Honus Wagner. All nominations will be presented to the FCBL Hall of Fame Selection Committee. Included are the late Adam Keenan and Bill Terlecky, the first three league alumni to play Major League Baseball, as well as our "Founding Fathers" in former Commissioner Chris Hall and original owners and operators of Futures League teams. Grant may have been the best African-American player in organized baseball during the 1880s, succeeding in spite of intense racism both on and off the field. Coaches eligible after ending their active coaching career in FCBL; who have managed or coached for a minimum of 2 seasons in the league. No insults, slights or personal attacks. Dave Clivio Player (Chiefs & Mustangs) He swung a 50-ounce bat, and was said to have once homered three times in a single inning. Gary Kiel Chiefs & Rams Here he is seen playing for Stonehill College. When the great Negro League catchers are listed, Mackeys name should always reside next to Josh Gibson and Roy Campanella. YardArt Watertown, the popular outdoor public art exhibition featuring the work of residents, artists and art enthusiasts who live or work in Watertown, returns this year for the entire month of April. Thanks for your patience. Streak Hall of Fame Crowns Hall of Fame Golden Owl Hall of Fame 25 Level 25 Hall of Fame Thousandaire Hall of Fame 100,000XP+ Hall of Fame . [3], The first two inductees were originally to be announced in March 2020,[11] but the announcement was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. BOB MERLINA- Melrose Rams Bob Dedrick-Augustine As JOHN TRAFICANTE- Somerville Elms & Augustines As The election came with some controversy and has been followed by silence. Centola, a former Massachusetts Bowling Association candlepin champion, is the Director of Recreation in Watertown, where, among other things, he oversees Victory Field, home of the Watertown Reds. They are the parents of 22 year-old daughter, Torey Boyle, 14 year-old son, Philip, and 12 year-old daughter, Leanne. Centola had a decorated athletic career at Watertown's St. Patrick's High School, where he was MVP of the Catholic Suburban League in baseball as a junior and senior and the Boston Herald named him to the All- Scholastic team in basketball when he was a senior. And Dandridges hands were just as magical when holding a bat, routinely topping .300 with ease as he sprayed the ball to all fields. Hall of Fame The Futures Collegiate Baseball League Hall of Fame was established in 2020 and exists to recognize and honor the Administrators, Players, Coaches, Teams, and Contributors for their achievements and/or contributions to the FCBL. ARI KOUFOS Augustines As & Andre Chiefs His prowess on the diamond has earned hima spot in the Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame. Centola graduated from Stonehill College in 1982. Pro Football Reference has a neat tool called the Hall of Fame Monitor that tracks a player's chances at making the HOF. 1, 2023 12:39 p.m. EST. Green has more touchdown catches than Thomas (63) but slightly fewer receiving yards (9,763). All rights reserved. The 1976 Watertown Babe Ruth All Stars, including Peter Centola, center, who went on to play and coach in high school and college. Hall of Fame Tournament. Career Batting: 228 Games, .382 Avg., 235 Hits, 152 RBIs, 129 Runs, 12 SB, 6 HR, 40 Doubles, 11 Triples, Current All-time 28+ leader in Hits (415), Career Batting: 423 Games, .421 Avg., 544 Hits, 331 RBIs, 236 Runs, 20 SB, 18 HR, 112 Doubles, 28 Triples, 28+ White Sox, Blue Sox, Cantabs, Knights (2007-2017), 6-time 18+ Champion (2000, 2001, 2002, 2007, 2009, 2011), 18+ All-time leader in Games Played (457) & AB's (1259), Member of the National Semi-Pro Baseball Hall of Fame, Career Batting: 550 Games, .320 Avg., 480 Hits, 319 RBIs, 262 Runs, 26 SB, 8 HR, 72 Doubles, 15 Triples, 2003 World Series Champion (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), Career Pitching: 45-12 record, 2 saves, 484 IP, 1.36 ERA, 479 K's, 18+ Braves, Bluefish, Reds (1998-2006, 2008), 2-time 18+ Most Valuable Player (1998, 1999), 4-time 18+ Champion (1996, 1997, 1998, 2006), Career Batting: 162 Games, .375 Avg., 174 Hits, 151 RBIs, 133 Runs, 31 SB, 26 HR, 20 Doubles, 12 Triples, Career Pitching: 20-5 record, 3 saves, 170 IP, 3.42 ERA, 201 K's, 18+ Dodgers, Tigers, White Sox (2000-2006, 2007-2008, 2009), 28+ JM Force, Cardinals (2010-2015, 2022), Career Batting: 295 Games, .416 Avg., 389 Hits, 191 RBIs, 351 Runs, 185 SB, 17 HR, 74 Doubles, 36 Triples, Career Batting: 196 Games, .396 Avg., 233 Hits, 135 RBIs, 146 Runs, 28 SB, 5 HR, 48 Doubles, 15 Triples, Career Pitching: 26-11 record, 2 saves, 253 IP, 3.13 ERA, 297 K's, 4-time 18+ Cy Young Award Winner (2000, 2001, 2002, 2004), Career Pitching: 36-2 record, 1 save, 245 IP, 1.14 ERA, 419 K's, 28+ Masters 38+ Saugus Sea Dogs (2015-2017, 2019), 4-time 28+ Cy Young Award Winner (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019), 3-time Masters 38+ Cy Young Award Winner (2015, 2016, 2017), Career Pitching: 80-25 record, 20 saves, 718 IP, 2.20 ERA, 543 K's, 28+ Panthers, JM Force, Vipers, Cardinals (2006-2019), Masters 38+ Chiefs, Pirates, Red Sox (2012-2019), 3-time Masters 38+ Champion (2013, 2017, 2018), Masters 38+ 2nd All-time in Slugging (.747) & OPS (1.318), Career Batting: 284 Games, .470 Avg., 397 Hits, 222 RBIs, 372 Runs, 216 SB, 31 HR, 86 Doubles, 23 Triples, Masters 38+ Red Sox, Alibrandis (2014-2016, 2017), 3-time 28+ Most Valuable Player (2015, 2016, 2017), 4-time 28+ Manager of the Year (2015, 2016, 2017, 2022), Current All-time 28+ leader in HR's (30), Doubles (102), RBIs (324), & Walks (194), Career Batting: 327 Games, .457 Avg., 442 Hits, 374 RBIs, 290 Runs, 25 SB, 35 HR, 115 Doubles, 17 Triples, Masters 38+ Grey Sox, Indians, Braves (1990-2013), Played in 9 MSBL World Series (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), 2001 World Series MVP (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), Career Batting: 388 Games, .355 Avg., 422 Hits, 220 RBIs, 209 Runs, 4 SB, 3 HR, 53 Doubles, 7 Triples, Career Pitching: 45-38 record, 3 saves, 613 IP, 2.88 ERA, 408 K's, 28+/Masters 38+ Brockton Indians, A's (Player/Manager, 1990-2016), Won Caribbean Championship in Puerto Rico (MSBL National), 2-time Fall Classic Champion (MSBL National), 4-time World Series Champion (MSBL National), Career Batting: 343 Games, .279 Avg., 218 Hits, 152 RBIs, 137 Runs, 5 Doubles, 3 Triples, Career Batting: 358 Games, .446 Avg., 522 Hits, 339 RBIs, 261 Runs, 13 SB, 7 HR, 115 Doubles, 24 Triples, Played in 3 World Series (Boston United, MABL National), Career Pitching: 56-32 record, 17 saves, 630 IP, 1.92 ERA, 560 K's, 28+ Mariners, Vipers, Rockies, Cubs, Brewers, Pirates, Braves, A's, Spartans (2002-present), Masters 38+ Braves, A's, Lugnuts, Spartans, Alibrandis, Bulls (2002-present), Played in 2002 World Series (Boston Braves, MSBL National), Played in 2007 Las Vegas Classic (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), Career Batting: 526 Games, .337 Avg., 497 Hits, 226 RBIs, 289 Runs, 91 SB, 71 Doubles, 4 Triples, Career Pitching: 64-40 record, 13 saves, 750 IP, 2.51 ERA, 557 K's, 4-time Hall of Fame Member (BMBL, Intercity League, North Reading H.S., National Semi-Pro Baseball), 6-time World Series Champion (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), 2-time Iron Man, 100-Innings ALS Fundraiser, Career Batting: 513 Games, .350 Avg., 551 Hits, 318 RBIs, 325 Runs, 48 SB, 90 Doubles, 8 Triples, Career Pitching: 16-2 record, 2 saves, 121 IP, 1.62 ERA, 89 K's, 28+ White Sox, Knights, Blue Sox (2000-2013), Founder/Player, Boston Wolfpack (2001-present), Competed in over 60 MSBL tournaments, won over 30 of them (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), Played in numerous tourneys in U.S. as well as New Zealand, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Bahamas, Argentina, and Australia (Boston Wolfpack, MSBL National), Career Batting: 523 Games, .294 Avg., 370 Hits, 155 RBIs, 294 Runs, 193 SB, 8 HR, 49 Doubles, 7 Triples, Bridgewater Dodgers, Player/Manager (1992-2000), Boston Braves Manager, MSBL World Series (1993-1997). 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