BILL BRASSIL-Wakefield Merchants & Hosmer Chiefs In December 2009, when former Recreation Director Tom Sullivan retired Centola struggled with whether to go for the job, but decided to go for it because it was best for his family. BOB IANDOLI-Somerville Red Sox & Elms, Andre Chiefs & Melrose Rams That's a tough league! Bill Smeglin- Melrose Rams & Medford Mustangs Eddie Rideout, Chiefs Richie DiGiacomo- Hosmer Chiefs 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. This tool lists Green as having only 50.86 points in the system, less than . None other than Lou Brock learned the art of stealing bases under Bells tutelage. 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. Emailed daily. All rights reserved. His baseball career did not get off to an auspicious start. Jason Ackerson, Tony Anderlionis, Jose Aquino, Robert Austin, Eric Bennett, Jeff Coveney, Jim DeMichele, Josue Feliciano, Dan Field, Matt Giblin, Dan Godfrey, Darwin Hernandez, Jason Kurtz, Paul Laurin, George Laws, Dave Lightbody, Jon Miarecki, John O'Brien, Joe Perna, Billy Rolls, Harry Smith, Jay Thomas. Dave Caiazzo, As Hall of Fame Weekend happens every year, with the Hall of Famers returning to Cooperstown to honor the current years class of members. 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 . Kansas City won six Negro American League pennants and one Negro League World Series title with Smith coming out of the bullpen. Mndez was the first Cuban star of the pre-Negro Leagues era, rising to fame in 1908 after he tossed 25 consecutive scoreless innings across three exhibition games against the Major Leagues Cincinnati Reds. As player-manager, Brown led the Monarchs to pennants in 1937, 39 and 40. RICK GLYNN UMB 85, Congratulations Peter it is well earned ROCK -N-Roll forever. He first worked for Watertown Recreation in 1976 as a Camp Peqoussette Apache Counselor. But thats likely selling him short. PETER PARR- Wakefield Merchants KEVIN LOFTUS-Peter Fuller, Lynnfield & Gately Rams Being named to the the Hall of Fame was a thrill and an honor, Centola said. Pro Football Reference has a neat tool called the Hall of Fame Monitor that tracks a player's chances at making the HOF. Watertown's Peter Centola will be inducted into the Intercity Baseball Hall of Fame. Bell may well have been the fastest man to ever play baseball, revered for his ability to beat out a two-hopper or bunt his way to extra bases. An all around athlete, Centola, who in 1978 graduated from St. Patrick's High School in Watertown having been chosen Herald All- Scholastic in basketball as a senior and the Catholic Suburban League MVP in baseball following both his junior and senior years, also flashed an above average glove at first base, saving numerous infield errors with agility that complemented his 6'4 target. Pro Football Reference has a neat tool called the Hall of Fame Monitor that tracks a player's chances at making the HOF. SHAWN BRICKMAN-Medford Mustangs, Andre Chiefs & Powderhouse Pub 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. COMMENT RULES: Centola played for 10 years in the very competitive adult baseball league for the Arlington-based Grannan Club, which turned into Holovack and Coughlin. Peter Centola, right, coached baseball at UMass-Boston from 1985-91, and one of his players, Steve Coffey (left), was picked in the Major League Baseball draft. Rob Santo- Medford Mustangs & Augustine As 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. ALEX MASEL Somerville Elms,Red Sox & Andre Chiefs Wilson ranked among the strongest men to step foot on a Negro League diamond, earning the nickname Boojum for the sound of his line drives bouncing off the outfield walls. Maybe the Negro Leagues biggest all-around talent who drew comparisons to Major League stars like Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker, Charleston was the Negro National League's first true superstar when the league began play in 1920. Reserve your tickets, map your route, and work out all the details for your arrival in Cooperstown. a great memory for me. Centola graduated from Stonehill College in 1982. Rogan, in the eyes of some contemporary records, was the winningest pitcher of the original Negro National League. Along with 2022 inductees Wayne Rooney and Patrick Vieira, a fan vote took place to determine six additional players to be inducted as part of the 2022 class. Great as Ozzie Smith is, wrote Buck ONeill, old-timers in St. Louis who saw Willie play for the St. Louis Stars still haven't seen his equal." But he supplied much more. CHARLIE MEEKER- Lynnfield Colonials & Augustines As 67 PFR ranking places him in similar company with DeSean Jackson and Davante Adams. MIKE TURILLI- Melrose Rams Whether patrolling the first base bag, digging into the left hand batters box or glaring in from the mound, Pete Centola carried presence. Being named to the the Hall of Fame was a thrill and an honor, Centola said. More >. She was the Negro Leagues champion for team compensation once players began jumping to the Majors, and she argued for Negro Leaguers' inclusion in the Hall of Fame in her later years. ERIC POLING- Lexington Blue Sox Tom Mandile- Hosmer Chiefs & Medford Mustangs Social change and personal victories. Al Frezza- Medford Daily Mercury (Media) Though he was often overshadowed by bigger names, Brown was the Homestead Grays Sunday Pitcher -- the popular term at the time for the ace who could draw a crowd -- throughout the franchises dynastic run of nine straight Negro National League pennants. He fielded 11 separate Hall of Fame players on his roster at various points, aggressively assembling top-end clubs year-in and year-out. His late and always supportive parents, Philip and Anna, along with his late brother Quinn, smile down tonight, proudly joining Karen and the kids as we induct and welcome Pete Centola into the Intercity League Hall of Fame. The election came with some controversy and has been followed by silence. Peter Ferrari Blue Sox Bob DeFelice Player-Manager (Chiefs & Typos) He is currently the Director of Recreation in Watertown. Dick DeFeo Player (Merchants) His most famous performance came in 1930, when he struck out 27 Monarchs and allowed just one hit in a 12-inning, 1-0 victory. The CFP will expand to 12 teams starting with the 2024 season. Arthur Hartung, Merchants 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. For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. 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. "It was a thrill.". In short, stories that connect us all. 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. See the bottom of this page for crieria and other information. He started a club baseball team at the college. MIKE MARTELLO- Wakefield Merchants After college, Centola began playing in the Intercity League, and began coaching. He has been the commissioner of the Watertown Mens Summer Basketball League for 33 years. "It was a pleasant surprise.". Charlie BreitroseMothers from the Watertown Youth Hockey skated a lap of honor in memory of their friend Jami Curley at John A. Ryan Arena. For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. And they all capped their careers with the greatest play of all. And Dandridges hands were just as magical when holding a bat, routinely topping .300 with ease as he sprayed the ball to all fields. FRAN DEANGELIS- Hosmer Chiefs RUSSELL WARD- Somerville Red Sox & Watertown Hibos Players eligible five years after their final FCBL season. In 1917, Santop collected six hits off Major League All-Stars Chief Bender and Bullet Joe Bush in an exhibition series. The lifelong Watertown resident is married to Karen. Kevin Giannino-Augustine As The inductees will be enshrined at the ICL's 5th annual Hall of Fame, Awards & Reunion. Dihigos nickname -- El Maestro -- perfectly summed up his preternatural ability. JIM SHANAHAN-Umpire Harry Mehos- Augustine As The Commissioner will serve as the Chairman of the Committee. Explore Hank Aarons historic baseball career, from his minor league days to his pursuit of the all-time home run record and his vast philanthropic efforts. Jack Repetto- Arlex Oilers JOHN TRAFICANTE- Somerville Elms & Augustines As PETE FEELEY-Augustines/Cremone As He played first base and pitched. AL LANNI- Umpire Mackey was a pitchers dream in his ability to receive, call the game and throw out baserunners with his rifle arm -- and he was plenty gifted as a hitter, too. The Homestead Grays were the powerhouse of the East under Poseys ownership. See the bottom of this page for crieria and other information. Les DeMarco Player-Manager-Official (Merchants) With Centola, batting and fielding credentials tell two-thirds of the story. Ill bet some day Watertown is going to be recognizing your achievements here at the Recreation Dept. More >, A 1952 Pittsburgh Courier poll of African-American sportswriters determined Williams -- not Satchel Paige or Leon Day -- to be the greatest pitcher in Negro League history. One of his players at UMass-Boston, Steve Coffey, was taken in the Major League Baseball drafted. Green was one of the best receivers in the league during his prime with the Bengals, racking up 65 touchdown catches and 9,430 receiving yards. 11/13/10: A capacity crownd of almost 400 friends, fans and Intercity League legends were on hand for the ICL's "First Hall of Fame, Awards and Reunion" Dinner that was held on Friday at the Montvale Plaza in Stoneham. 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. While arm injuries moved Mndez from pitcher to shortstop in the mid-1910s, he later returned to the mound in style, pitching a shutout in the decisive game of the inaugural 1924 Negro League World Series. The National Baseball Hall of Fame features over 300 members in its famous Plaque Gallery, but the path for 35 of them was a little more circuitous than the rest. Of bravery, tragedy and redemption. All champions of baseball. JOHN OBRIEN-Augustines As Jimmy Quinn Player-Manager (North Cambridge) 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. Even in advanced age, Paige still befuddled many a big league hitter. Joe Driscoll, Umpire Listed below in alphabetical order by last name are the current members of the BMBL Hall of Fame. Watertowns Peter Centola Named to Intercity Baseball League Hall of Fame. JAKE DILLARD-Lexington Blue Sox All decisions made by the Hall of Fame Selection Committee are final. The consensus pick as the Negro Leagues best third baseman, Johnsons glovework evoked comparisons to Major League stars Pie Traynor and Brooks Robinson. Green is comparable to Demaryius Thomas, the former Broncos star. Second base was just the beginning for the lanky Cuban native, who would master every position on the diamond save catcher as he filled out his frame. Flashy yet dependable, Dandridge dazzled with the leather at third base for years with the Newark Dodgers and Eagles. Please order your tickets early as space is limited. . 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. 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. Charlie BreitroseThe City Council voted to replace the artificial turf at Victory Field with a new artificial surface. 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. The Boston Metro Baseball League (BMBL) honors those elite players who have exceeded expectations on the baseball field while also making a substantial impact on our league. The figures immortalized here inspired generations. Paige was known as the ultimate showman as he barnstormed hundreds of games per year and dazzled scores of fans. A senior captain and four year starter as both a pitcher and first baseman, he was named All-New England and All-Northeast as a sophomore pitcher and was chosen to start the University and College All-Star Game at Fenway Park. Must have contributed significantly to the greater good of the FCBL. Streak Hall of Fame. watertownmanews@gmail.com KEVIN YIANACOPOLUS- Wakefield Merchants, MIKE BARNES-Andre Chiefs We are proud of you! One of his players at UMass-Boston, Steve Coffey, was taken in the Major League Baseball drafted. I LOVE NEW YORK is a registered trademark and service mark of the New York State Department of Economic Development; used with permission. A gift in any amount helps us continue to bring you the news. For information on the dinner please contact Dinner Chairman Orazio Azzarello at 617-839-6843. Voting Procedure:All Committee members will vote for up to 10 individuals on the ballot. 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