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Torey Luvollo Becomes Winningest Manager in Diamondbacks History

Torey Luvollo Becomes Winningest Manager in Diamondbacks History. Congratulations to Diamondbacks manager and Italian American Torey Lovullo on reaching the most wins by any manager in franchise history. He has been the manager in Arizona since 2017. He played in the big leagues fro 1988 through 1999.

Mike Pagliarulo Honored By Il Circolo

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Mike Pagliarulo was honored by Il Circolo in South Florida at its annual gala for his baseball career and pride in his Italian American heritage. Pagliarulo, a 10-year Major League player, serves as special advisor to Nationals General Manager Mike Rizzo.

IABF Supports Phil Cuzzi’s Robert Luongo ALS Fund

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Phil Cuzzi may be a Major League Baseball Umpire but he’s also a deeply passionate man who has devoted time and energy to building the Robert Luongo ALS Fund. IABF board members were in attendance to support Cuzzi and his mission. You can too … donate at WeFightALS.org . Cuzzi, a New Jersey native, is also on the IABF advisory board.

DiMaggio, Berra, Campanella, Piazza Make ESPN Top 100

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ESPN released its list of the Top 100 MLB Players of All-Time last week. Four Italian-Americans made the cut. Rightfully so, Joe DiMaggio (16), Yogi Berra (39), Mike Piazza (81) and Roy Campanella (83) are listed. All four legends are inductees of the Baseball Hall of Fame, of course.

Anthony Iapoce Named Senior Hitting Coordinator of Boston Red Sox

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Anthony Iapoce has joined the Boston Red Sox as senior hitting coordinator in player development. The New York native previously coached the Rangers and Cubs, served as a special assistant to Chicago’s general manager, and worked in the Brewers’ and Marlins’ organizations after being drafted in 1994.

Mike Pagliarulo Named Special Assistant to Nationals GM Mike Rizzo

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IABF Ambassador and MLB veteran Mike Pagliarulo has been hired as a special assistant to Nationals general manager Mike Rizzo. The organization said its heritage and cultural collaboration helped connect Pagliarulo and Rizzo, and wished Pagliarulo success in his new role.

IABF Featured on MLB Network

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IABF on MLB Network: Thanks to MLB Network for featuring the 2021 IABF Gala. There’s nothing better than shedding light on the pride and passion we have for our Italian American heritage and the great people who help grow the game we love. Bravo! CLICK TO WATCH! 🇮🇹 ⚾ 🇺🇸.

IABF Gala Featured on YES Network

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IABF Gala Featured on YES Network. Thanks to @NancyNewmanYES and @GeorgePisanti from @YESNetwork on the terrific feature in Yankees Magazine about our 2021 IABF Gala! CLICK TO WATCH! The article centers on IABF Gala Featured on YES Network and presents the available facts and context from the original update.

Trey Mancini Named AL Comeback Player of the Year

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Trey received the AL Comeback Player of the Year honor, recognizing his perseverance and drive. He is also the 2021 IABF Tommy Lasorda Award winner and will be honored at the Italian American Baseball Foundation Gala on December 2, alongside other baseball celebrities.

Marlins Celebrate Italian American Heritage Night with IABF

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The IABF was featured on the field during the Marlins’ Italian Heritage Night, where fans received a special Marlins Italian shirt. The organization thanked the Marlins for their hospitality and Jess Crosson for arranging the outing, and noted meeting Anthony Iapoce.

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