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2026 IABF Cigar Social

Special thanks to former Yankees greats Mike Pagliarulo, Steve Balboni, and Jim Leyritz for joining the Italian American Baseball Foundation’s annual Cigar Social. Hosted by Bourbon Street, the successful evening celebrated the IABF’s 10th anniversary with guests, board members, and supporters.

At least 38 Italian Americans Selected in 2025 MLB Draft

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Nearly 40 Italian American players were selected in the 2025 MLB Draft, marking the fifth consecutive year of increased representation. Two were chosen among the top 50, three more in the top 80, and additional players were drafted through the 20th round, strengthening professional baseball’s future talent pool.

Binghamton Rumble Ponies Celebrate Italian Heritage in Grand Fashion as Spicy Meatballs

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Hats off to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies for pulling off one of the most entertaining and unique Italian heritage celebrations on any baseball field in America this year. IABF Trustee Chris Vaccaro was happy to play a part in the alternate identity “Spicy Meatballs” activation and marketing campaign with the Double-A affiliate of the New.

Italian Pitcher Matteo Marelli Signs with New York Mets

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July 5, 2026, was a historic day for Matteo Marelli and Italian baseball. The Milanese pitcher, born in 2006, has signed with the New York Mets. The athlete, a native of Senago—where he developed as a player until 2023—has officially become the sixth Italian to join the American Minor Leagues in 2025, following: Giacomo Taschin (his.

Dom Scala Voted to IABF Executive Board

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Dom Scala, a former Yankees player and coach, New York State Baseball Hall of Famer, and longtime Adelphi University coach, has joined the IABF Executive Board as a voting member. The longtime advisory board member is expected to contribute to IABF’s future growth.

Cincinnati Reds Hire Italian American Terry Francona as Manager

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The Cincinnati Reds hired Italian American and former Italian American Baseball Foundation honoree Terry Francona as manager. Francona, 65, returns after leaving the Guardians following the 2023 season, bringing a 1,950-1,672 record across 23 seasons and World Series titles with the Red Sox in 2004 and 2007.

Samuel Aldegheri Named 2024 IABF Future Star Award Honoree

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Samuel Aldegheri became the first Italian-born and developed pitcher to reach the major leagues, debuting with the Los Angeles Angels in September. His achievement earned him recognition as a 2024 Italian American Baseball Foundation Future Star Award honoree and offers inspiration to Italian players pursuing MLB careers.

Samuel Aldegheri Talks About Journey from Italy to Los Angeles Angels

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Samuel Aldegheri Talks About Journey from Italy to Los Angeles Angels. The article centers on Samuel Aldegheri Talks About Journey from Italy to Los Angeles Angels and presents the available facts and context from the original update. It highlights the subject, the people involved, and the significance described in the source.

Italian Americans Make MLB Top 100 Prospect List

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From the MLB Draft Pipeline to the MLB Top 100 Prospect list, Italian Americans rank among the top young players in the game. MLB.com released its latest Top 100 list, including these players with Italian heritage: 13. Travis Bazzana, Cleveland (Italian Australian) 18. Jac Caglianone, Kansas City 52. Kyle Manzardo, Cleveland 75.

Italian Americans Have Historic MLB Draft Day

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At least 34 players with Italian heritage were selected in the 2024 Major League Baseball draft, including first-round picks Travis Bazzana, Chase Burns, and Jac Caglianone. At least one Italian American was chosen in every round except the ninth, and 22 of 30 MLB teams drafted at least one Italian American.

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