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Trey Mancini Named AL Comeback Player of the Year

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.

Columbus Citizens Foundation Hosts IABF Panel Discussion

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The Columbus Citizens Foundation in New York City hosted an Italian American Baseball Foundation panel for Italian American Heritage Month. John Franco, Frank Catalanotto, Mike Pagliarulo and Wayne Randazzo discussed Italian pride, baseball’s growth in America and Italy, and the modern professional game.

Anthony Volpe Named 2021 IABF Future Star

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Mike Pagliarulo Inducted to New York State Baseball Hall of Fame

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Italian American and IABF honorary member Mike Pagliarulo was inducted into the New York State Baseball Hall of Fame on August 15, 2021. The former major-league player, who helped the Minnesota Twins win the 1991 World Series, was joined at the celebration by IABF advisory board members Dan Palumbo and Gary Perone.

IABF Featured on YES Network’s Yankees Magazine

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation was featured on an episode of Yankees Magazine broadcast by the YES Network. The segment discussed Joey Gallo’s pride in his Italian American heritage, then presented the foundation’s cigar dinner and expanding domestic presence, with George Pisanti acknowledged for support.

Italian American Legend Rocky Colavito Honored with Statue in Cleveland

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Rocky Colavito was honored on his 88th birthday with a statue in Cleveland’s Little Italy, where he attended the ceremony. The nine-time All-Star hit 374 home runs, led the American League in homers in 1959 and RBI in 1965, and belongs to the Cleveland Indians Hall of Fame.

IABF Hosts Second Annual Cigar Dinner

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The Italian American Baseball Foundation held its second annual cigar dinner on August 6 at Roslyn Social on Long Island. Former major leaguers Tino Martinez and Mike Pagliarulo mingled with attendees and answered questions about their careers at IABF’s first live event since the pre-pandemic period.

Anthony Rizzo, Joey Gallo Traded to Yankees

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In a notable Italian American moment, the New York Yankees acquired Anthony Rizzo and Joey Gallo at the trade deadline. Both players embraced the Bronx environment, while Gallo said the team’s Italian fan base and an Italian flag at the stadium made him proud of their heritage and baseball success.

IABF Ambassador Frank Catalanotto Named Hofstra Baseball Head Coach

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Frank Catalanotto was named Hofstra University’s 15th head baseball coach after a 14-year Major League Baseball career and two seasons leading New York Tech. He guided the Bears to their first Division II College World Series appearance, a school-record 37 wins, and a national ranking.

At least 18 Italian Americans Taken in 2021 MLB Draft

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More than 15 Italian Americans were selected in the MLB Draft, with Frank Mozzicato leading the group as the Royals’ seventh overall pick. Other selections included Anthony Solometo by the Pirates, Shane Panzini by the Royals, and players drafted by the Dodgers, Cardinals, Astros, Giants, Angels, Brewers, Cubs, Tigers, Indians, Athletics, and Reds.

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