AS captain of his 1961 Brighton H.S team, he won the league batting title with a .500 batting average and was named a first-team, City of Boston, High School All -Star. Notably for his fans, Curly started for Northeastern against Louis Tiant and the Red Sox in a 1977 game at Fenway Park, striking out George Boomer Scott and Rick Burleson before leaving the game to a standing ovation with his team holding a lead late in the game. In their inaugural season he helped the team advance to the league finals, where The Boston Park League and the Yawkey Baseball League of Greater Boston are two of the premier amateur/semi-pro baseball leagues in Massachusetts. 2006 John Basile* 1985 Charlie Ferro 1994 Phil was a U.S. Marine veteran and long time reserve NCO. John Bitetti, BPL Hall of Famer 1987, passed away on December 16, 2021. Bill Gutfarb 1998 Eddie was one of the most personable and recognizable Eagle on campus. Bob was the lead pitcher on the St. Pauls team of the 50s & 60s that won 6 league championships in 8 years. Larry Hill 1992 There are 10 sets of brothers: They include John & Reggie MacDonald. Steve & Chris Higgins. . Eddie was a 3-sport star at Boston English H.S., joined the U.S Marine Corp upon graduation, attaining the rank of platoon sergeant, serving in Korea. More From This Game. This past summer, at age 66, he was player-manager with the league's Towne Club. His son Paul was also an outstanding player who signed with the Red Sox. Sam Brogna* 1985 They played their home games at Dorchester Town Field, and drew tremendous crowds. Mark McHugh 2005 Jim Hanabury* 2005 Tobin Harvey 2003 For the next 8 years, he was the regular center fielder for the McCormack Club, a perennial power house in the 50s. Emmons pitched for the Supreme Saints from 1971 to 1979. He joined the Carlevale Braves in the early 60s, player-managed by Mike Donato and general manager Tom Menino, the former Mayor of Boston He pitched for the 1969 BPL Champion Craven Club, and finished up with the Supreme Saints. Ed Elliott, Scott Scooter Govoni, Emmons Levine*, Jim McNally*, Frank Niles, Mike Nyhan. The Honorable Ray Flynn, Boston Mayor, once said of Joe, I recall as a 17 year old kid from South Boston, playing against many great professional, amateur and college baseball players Joe Reardons knuckle ball [was an]early challenge that I had to encounter.. Bob was a long time employee of the Boston Edison Co. Bill Hogan, BPL Hall of Famer 1989, passed away at the age of 90on May 29, 2017. Dan Rice 2010 Tom Bilodeau Jr., BPL Hall of Famer 1988, passed away on October 15, 2017. While there, he set a pass catching record against Mississippi with 9 receptions, that stood for 4 decades until broken by Darren Flutie. A Dorchester/Milton guy, he played baseball for Coach Eddie Pellegrini at BC, along with playing out of Town Field in the Park League. 1988 Steve Ryder* 1987 Brian Reilly 2014 John Bruno, Pat Franzosa, Tobin Harvey, Mike Hluska, Leigh Hogan, Josh Powell*. [1] Bruins tillhr den exklusiva skaran "Original Six" ("de sex ursprungliga") tillsammans med Chicago Blackhawks, Detroit . Ed Newton 2019 Harvey Soolman, BPL Hall of Famer 2015, passed away on May 13, 2018. Chris Taylor 2006 But why would Boston move him a day before the end of the season? On behalf of the Yawkey Foundation Trustees and staff, we would like to extend our warm wishes for the upcoming, Theyve been playing the 100 Innings of Baseball annually since 2004 to raise money for ALS research. As head of the program, he coached a 1988 NCFL Congress winner and NFL Congress runner-up. 7- International Tennis Hall of Fame, Rhode Island . seasons is 133-82-1 against a schedule that includes Division I opponents such as Boston Paul Gallivan* 1983 Eddie was honored by the Park League with the Red Johnson Alumni Award in 1988. William T. Hogan Jr. served in the Navy, then led Massachusetts states correction, welfare, and human services departments. Required fields are marked *. Jack came into the Park League in the early 50s and teamed up with Jim Collier as the two dominant left handed pitchers, playing for the Champion Boston Elks and the McCormack Club. Rays @ Red Sox. Cliff Branch, a three-time All-Pro receiver with the Raiders, led the league in touchdowns twice and won three Super Bowl rings. Joe Reardon* 1984 Marty Dobrow | Special to MassLive. playing, I had a lot of new friends. Bill OLeary 1994 Byron Ty LaForest* 1986 Connecticut, is a private Ivy League research university and one of the world's most prestigious. for Boston Park League schedules and scores. Chris Daniels 2017 After playing in Canada for a couple of summers, he joined the Hal Crosby Club over at the Fens in 1952 as they won the league title for their first and only time. View Photos from the 2022 BPL Hall of Fame Dinner! Jack Valinote, BPL Hall of Famer 2001, passed away in the Spring of 2019. He was with the team when they accomplished a Three-peat championship run in 1995, 1996 and 1997. Coley Lyons 2015 After a year of coaching at New Hampton Prep, he returned to Tufts as a The Park League was honored to have Eddie Miller serve as President from 1993-1995. In July of 1955, Eddie was stricken with polio. Originally known as the Boston Americans, the team played its home games at the Huntington Avenue Baseball Grounds in Boston before adopting the name Red Sox prior to the 1908 season and moving to Fenway Park in 1912. Leo Casey 1994 Paul Desimone, Louie Ditullio*, John Harrington, Doug MacNeil, Jim Mello, Chris Patsos, Ken Wood. DiggityDog 2 Minutes for Ruffing. Joshua Powell, BPL Hall of Famer 2003, passed away at the age of 70 on January 30, 2016. A dominant right handed pitcher, the first game he pitched in the league, he threw a no-hitter against the Patio Club. Brian Connors 1999 was a recipient of our Dan Roberts Award for umpiring during eight years calling it as he Doubleday Field is a baseball stadium in Cooperstown, New York named for Abner Doubleday and located two village blocks from the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.. Eddie loved baseball, the Boston Park League, and BC Athletics. Jack Dunphy 1984 Greg Stack 2014 Jim Henderson 2000 Mike Thomas 2014 1998 This page has been created for a Boston Park League Football reunion that will be held Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013 at the. Bill Benson*, Charlie Bird*, Dick Casey*, Hal Crosby*, Bob Cusick*, Al Festa*, Red Johnson*, John Kelliher*, Gerry McCarthy*, John MacDonald*, Art Nowell*, Dan Roberts*, Bob St. John, Bill Stewart Jr.*. Russell Childers, Paul Earle, Errol Fagone, Dennis Regan, Mike Ross, 2012 He attended Navy OCS graduating as Regimental Commander at the top of his class. Pete Cerrone* 1983 His life revolved around baseball as he touched all the bases. Tommy Anderson*, Hal Carey, Albie Gould*, Dan Rice, Sean Russell, 2011 Jack was honored by the Park League in 2008 with the Thomas Yawkey Sportsman Award. This is a list of Boston Red Sox players who have been inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.The Red Sox are a professional baseball team based in Boston, Massachusetts, a member of the East division within the American League (AL) of Major League Baseball (MLB). Tom Bilodeau Sr. & Tom Bilodeau Jr. 2. Bob Wilkinson, BPL Hall of Famer 1993, passed away on February 28, 2020. Dan Marini 1991 History of Hall of Fame and Statue of Bavaria. It was there in Wisconsin that he played with a young outfielder by the name of Hank Arron. Marty Nastasia 2012 Baseball was his game. Richard Blasser* 1986 in 1984, Casey was the only pitcher to throw a scoreless inning for the Park League. The Boston Park League is the oldest amatuer baseball league in the country. The Leverett Connector & Tobin Bridge are named after Gov. Bob Timmons* 1986 John was a steady .360 hitter who loved the game. Greg Digirolamo, John Hauck, Darwin Hernandez, Len Johnson*, Ken Pires, Mike Swiecicki, 2010 1989 Albie played everything, including the ponies. Paul Iggy Reddish* 1995 He was also a Eucharistic minister, visiting hospitals and nursing homes caring for residents spiritual and physical needs. He coached baseball, basketball, and football at Marian High, Natick High, Framingham American Legion Baseball, and Framingham State College. He was a team leader who led the club in average and stolen bases. Jack Connolly* 1992 Many individuals have flourished within Casey's system. Tournament in Johnstown, PA. She was instrumental in the formation of the All Dorchester Sports League, and was especially proud of the baseball teams trip to Cuba in 2002. He played 15 years in the Park League, hanging up his spikes in 1965. The program's all-time leader in coaching victories, Casey and his Jack Leonard* 1989 Please update your browser or click here As the Braves had Spahn and Sain, the Saints had Conroy and Nowell. 1973 - White Sox first baseman Dick Allen signs a three-year contract worth $250,000 which is the richest contract in major league history. Lydia Ko needs only two more points to qualify for the LPGA Hall of Fame. Dick Casey* 1982 He compiled a career record of A Message from John Harrington and Maureen Bleday of the Yawkey Foundation, Park Leagues Walter Bentson Helps Organize 100 Innings of Baseball Marathon Game to Strike Out ALS, 4 Amazing Baseball Apps Seeking an Appearance, Josh Bez of the Boston Blue Jays is Top MLB Prospect. Rosendo Rentas Jr. 2016 As a student at Northeastern, Harvey Soolman suited up for the Boston Park League's Lechmere Orioles in 1970. He played at Hartford & Pawtucket, high minors. ECAC Division II-III Tournament appearances. Vin Milano 1987 The following position players are depicted on their Hall of Fame plaques wearing a Red Sox cap insignia. Bill McBournie* 1986 . He was a very personable guy who grew up in Jamaica Plain, and made his mark as a two sport athlete at Boston English High School, playing both football and baseball for coach Bill Stewart (BPL-HOF 1982), graduating in 1954. He and his wife Rose were proud to see their family grow to 11 children and their spouses, 65 grandchildren, many of whom have married, and 26 great grandchildren. Jack Belsito. Paul attended Boston College where he was a hockey goalie and a catcher on the baseball team, both teams nationally ranked in the early 50s. Mike OLeary 2018 He loved watching his son play for the Palmer Club at Kelley Field in Hyde Park. Boston Park League- Henry Winn Club, Kelley Club, Mass Envelope; Head Baseball Coach at Weymouth South High School 1979-1982; . Glenroy James 2017 baseball and football assistant. Steve taught at Marian High, Coolidge Jr. High School, Natick, was the Athletic Director at Framingham State College, as well as a counselor in continuing education. He replaced Lee Sargent as head baseball coach in 1984, Fans will receive a "Zim Bear" bobblehead at the game, and Abts said Zimmer's wife, children and . 2004 Member of the Boston Park League Hall of Fame. ReadNewton South mourns loss of JV baseball coach Harvey Soolman,A Long Ride: The Harvey Soolman Story, and Harvey Soolmans Obituary from the Boston Globe. He will become the team's first Hall of Famer April 2. 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. Bob leaves his wife Marilyn, they had 6 children, and has 20 grandchildren. Extremely talented at both in the field and at bat. Ralph Cecere, Dick Clegg*, Jim Henderson, John Skip Landry, Joe Mackey*, Harry Raphael, Howie Stein*. He was a player/coach on the 1958 & 1961 Championship Charlestown teams. 1985 Jarrad Carter, Lee Hutchens*, Paul Louderback, Peter Lucido, Rosendo Rentas Jr., Dave Worthley, 2017 Cosmo Nicastro 2012 He later would be inducted into the Boston Latin Hall of Fame and the Boston Park League Hall of Fame. Zimmer and his wife moved to Tampa Bay in the late 1950s, and he served as a senior advisor to the Rays from 2004 to 2014. Jay Adams 2015 Bob Powers* 1991 (as player) and 1994 (as coach) George & Paul Carey*. Leo Smith 1992 Edgar Grossman* 1999 1959 The Boston Celtics beat the Minneapolis Lakers 173-139 as seven NBA records fall. Bill Conroy, BPL Hall of Famer 1988, passed away on February 18, 2022. Baseball Team 1975-1996, Coach Bob Crockers All-Time Boston University Baseball Team (1963-1973), Coach Harry Cleverlys All-Time B.U. Boston Park League Hall of Fame (Alphabetical Listing) Bernie Accardi* - 1987 Mel Accardi* - 1989 Jay Adams - 2015 Mike Aiena - 2019 Carl Anderson - 2005 Tommy Anderson* - 2010 Bob Baggett* - 1989 Kevin Bailey - 2004 George Banks - 1995 John Basile* - 1985 Rick Baugh - 1996 Bill Benson* - 1982 Walt Bentson - 2005 Gerry Bilodeau - 2018 Paul Wennik 1983 While the Park League began play in 1929, it did not play under lights until 1961. He became a coach afterwards, beginning in 1968 with Bristol Community College. Ed is also a member of the Yawkey Baseball Hall of Fame. "It's a competitive New comments Hall of Fame Search. The 2021 Park League Hall of Fame Banquet will be Friday April 8, 2022 at Moseley's on the Charles. Stephen Ryder, 79, was a 21 year heart transplant survivor. Bob Giusti* 1986 Grady Campion, Chris Johnson, Ed Neal, Brian OLeary, Curley Peterson, Johnny Phelan, Bernie Accardi* 1987 document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Saturday, 10/13 vs Brown 1pm, TWI Field Paul hadjoined the Bryan Club in the Boston Park League while in college and beyond. Mass Boston, the pitching coach at Suffolk University for 12 years, and the assistant baseball coach at Roxbury Community College for 4 years. . . Fans can also celebrate baseball's most revered records in . In 1929, the year the Boston Park League was started, St. Thomas of Jamaica Plain was the first League champion; a feat St . Emmons worked at Channel 5 for over 30 years, moved to the Cape, and coached the Sturgis Charter School Baseball Team. Norm Walsh 2004 Dave Coleman 1988 Adam Wozniak 2013. 1996 A five for six, 6 RBI game in a BU win over Brandeis. Jack Heanue* 1992 From 1901 through 1907, the team was known as the Boston Americans. One of a family of ten who lived on Wrentham Street, Curly Peterson was a standout pitcher at Boston Latin, Northeastern University, and the Conley Club of the Boston Park League. After being named All Scholastic in 1952 out of Dorchester High School in both football and baseball, he was one of the best catchers in the BPL during the 50s. BPL Vice President Franz Strassmann has appeared in many movies, including The Box with Cameron Diaz, and as a Gotham City police officer in Dark Knight Rises. Jarrad Carter 2016 Boston Latin School. Frank Petrous 1994 1997 Jack retired to Ft. Myers. The team won the league championship the following season, From 1984-1992, Bobby was the manager of the Great Scotts team. A very good fielder, he finished his baseball career in Boston when he played for the 1980 (semi-pro) Boston Park League Championship Team- The Mahoney Club. Joe Flanagan was a World War II veteran serving in both the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marines. Mike Hluska 2003 Nick Starusky 2019 Don Ulwick* 1993 Tony Settino* 1983 JOHN CASEY INDUCTED INTO PARK LEAGUE HALL OF FAME. Chuck Chevalier 1984 David Smith 2008 Stephen C. Ryder, BPL Hall of Famer 1987, passed away on November 2, 2018. John Bruno 2003 The Hall's motto is "Preserving History, Honoring Excellence, Connecting Generations". He was also a regular official at the New England Patriots home games, tending the 10 yard markers. He was the field manager of the ADSL Club (All Dorchester Sports League), and produced highly competitive teams year in and year out, playing his home games at Dick Caseys Dorchester Town Field. Chuck Chevalier, Joe Cunningham*, Jack Dunphy, Mike Donato, Joe Flanagan*, Phil Kelly*, Bob Kurkjian*, Reggie OHara, Joe Reardon*, Connie Stanford*, Chet Stone. Gerry Bilodeau, Sean Fay,Steve Hueston, Darwin Mesa, Mike OLeary, Chino Roman, 2019 Hennessey attended Cornell, where she was a first team all-American as a junior and senior, as well as a 3-time all Ivy League midfielder. Glossary | Privacy All Rights Reserved Jim Gilpatrick 1989 He also played for the Easton Huskies of the Cranberry League and later became the League Commissioner. 02118. These beloved Boston Park League friends once graced the ballfields of our city, but have moved on to the perfectly manicured fields in the sky. John grew up in the Neponset section of Dorchester, playing baseball for the champion St. Anns CYO team, prior to attending Boston English High School, where he attained All-Star and All-City of Boston status, playing centerfield for legendary coach Bill Stewart Jr. (BPL-HOF 1982). The Celtics set records for most points (179), most points in a half (90), most points in a quarter (52 . In the 1990s the Tufts baseball team has won three ECAC New England Jack Mahoney is the finest all-around baseball prospect at BU in a long while. Log in. He was one of the mainstays of of a very talented team, many ex-pros, that dominated the league in the 50s, winning 6 titles in 8 years. Mike Aiena, Josue Feliciano, Tamayo Manzanillo, Ed Newton, Terence OMalley, Nick Starusky, 2021 Red Johnson* 1982 He stayed with the franchise until 2015, retiring after over fifty-five years of Boston Park League involvement. Harvey started the first baseball hitting school in the country and coached hundreds of players over the years. By. John Brosnahan*, Leo Casey, Charlie Ferro, Harvey Krupnick*, Neil McPhee, Al Morelli, Bill OLeary, Frank Petrous, Bob Powers* (as coach). Len Johnson, BPL Hall of Famer 2009, passed away on September 1, 2018. Rusty Garber 1990 Frank Porky Porter BPL Hall of Famer 1988, passed away in early April, 2015. The king of summer basketball (3:33) Rucker Park in Harlem is synonymous with playground basketball. Joe Cunningham* 1984 He graduated from BC in 1957 and was elected President of his senior class. Jay Adams, Brian Ferrari, Sandy Gonzalez, Jason Kiley, Coley Lyons, Harvey Soolman*, 2016 Bill Guest* 1989 Paul Carey* 1993 Dr. Bob Wilkinson passed away at the age of 85 due to Alzheimers. John Riley 1995 From 1901 through 1907, the team was known as the Boston Americans. Jeff Toussaint 2006 The Boston Park League and the Yawkey Baseball League of Greater Boston are two of the premier amateur/semi-pro baseball leagues in Massachusetts. The Yawkey Foundation (found on Twitter at @yawkeyfdnsand on Facebook) is proud to support the Boston Park League, perpetuating a legacy of love for baseball and everything that the good of the game provides to players and fans in communities across Boston. From their he was sent to Eau Claire the following year where he again had a big year with a 16-9 record and a 3.25 era. He was very eloquent in his presentations to intertwine the word of God and the game of baseball. Jack Fahey* 1995 . Baltimore Orioles Baltimore Boston Red Sox Boston New York Yankees NY Yankees Tampa Bay Rays Tampa Bay Toronto Blue Jays Toronto. Tony Felder 2001 Welcome to the Hall of Fame ROCK'S HIGHEST HONOR HALL OF FAME GALLERY The Hall of Fame floor is presented by KeyBank. Larry Sullivan 2004 Bernie Accardi, BPL Hall of Famer 1987, passed away on September 30, 2019. Harvey Soolman, who played, coached and umpired baseball for more than 50 years, was on a walk when he suffered an apparent heart attack. Peter Lucido 2016 From left: Doug George, Anthony DeBello, Tony DeBello, Charlie Maneikis, Kevin George, Bobby Diggins, Curley Peterson, Mike Manning, Charlie Conners, Susan and Mark Chase. He served in the US Army with a rank of captain in Germany. The Museum is as eclectic as the Game itself, including exhibits highlighting art and photography that you'll find on the first floor. Baseball is eternal. Dennis Regan 2011 From 1984-1994 and from 2005 to the present, he has been a head or assistant coach at Catholic Memorial, Boston. Albie Gould* 2010 and pitcher/outfielder John Casey was the Most Valuable Player. Championships, earned one NCAA Tournament berth and had a player drafted professionally. Al Bloom* 1991 Kevin Bailey 2004 In 1973, Bob joined the Boston Park League as a pitcher for the Mass Envelope Team. Arthur Hartung passed away at the age of 85. Harvey Krupnick* 1994 Most impressive was his record in playoff games, winning 27 and losing only 4. proud of this honor.". Nov 2, 2019 2,035 4,001. Jack Connolly*, Warren Cutlip*, Bob Defelice, Jack Heanue*, Harry Hewes*, Larry Hill, Artie ONeil, Leo Smith, Tom Walsh. Leverett Saltonstall & Mayor Tobin. John Harrington 1997 He then took up golf, and mastered the game winning back to back championships at the Needham Golf Club. 1987 Tom Otto 2001 He helped found the Triple D's team which joined the Park League in staff's teams have compiled a 246-187-1 record and nine post-season berths. Richie Figueroa 2014 Jack Kearns* 1990 Brian Ferrari 2015 Bill MacDougall 2007 The Boston Park League is the oldest amateur baseball league in the United States, founded in 1929. He was 81. Tony Langone* 2006 Larry Palmer* 2006 Bill was a 4-sport athlete at Dedham High School. LaForest is one of many ballplayers who only appeared in the major leagues during World War II. The Jumbos are clearly one of the most competitive teams in New England each spring. For twenty-one years from 1960 to 1980 he played in the Boston Park League, and was inducted into its Hall Of Fame in 1990. They called him Sugar, maybe because he had a sweet swing, or maybe because many Charlestown Townies were labeled with nicknames during his era. Neil McPhee 1994 22Brad Park. I think the only reason debates like this even happen is the Hip Hop Hall of Fame isn't prominent enough at this point in time, so people feel the need to validate artists who are great but otherwise wouldn't fit into the Rock n Roll Hall . Tom Walsh 1992 Jim Collyer* 1983 Steve Busby 2013 Joe regularly attended the BPL Annual Alumni Reunion Hall of Fame Banquet with many of his old teammates. Paul Cato* 1985 Arthur Hartung, BPL Hall of Famer 1987, passed away on September 26, 2018. "It's good baseball," he continued. Jack Kearns, BPL Hall of Famer 1990, passed away on July 4, 2022. The Rays retired his number 66 in 2015, a year after his death. Saturday, 10/13 vs Brown 3pm, TWI Field. He also pitched at Boston College. Shockingly, he hasnt appeared in any. He then he went to work for the Boston Red Sox for many years in security. Pablo Reyes 1998 Be sure to visit the new BetMGM Sportsbook at Great American Ball Park starting January 1, 2023! The Park League Hall of Fame has 4 sets of Father/Son members and one Father/Daughter members. seventh round of Major League Baseball's amateur draft in June 1997. Tim Finnegan 2004 Sugar managed and Beansie coached the Charlestown Cardinals for 3 years in the Park League, culminating with a League title in 1958, beating cross town rivals St. Pauls and the McCormack Club. 1992 He won six Tri-Valley League titles and a pair of EMass championships (1987 and 1991). Arthur was tall and lean, but returned to Boston a little heavier than when he left, which meant he hit the ball even further. Park Concessions Guide JetBlue Park at Fenway South Fenway Park Anniversary Brick Locator Preferred Hotel Partner Red Sox Hall of Fame Fenway Park Events Fenway Park Tours. Jack Mahoney 1990 Bernie Accardi*, John Bitetti*, John Red Callahan*, Bernie Curley*, Art Hartung*, Paul Hunter*, Tony Marmo*, Fran Matthews*, Vin Milano, Harvey Mills*, Nick Pasquarosa, Steve Ryder*. He also earned a master's degree in edcuation at Tufts in May 1983. Johnny Phelan 2021 Nick Vertullo* 1993 Chris Daniels, Reid Jackson, Glenroy James, Pete Moyer, Manuel Soto, 2018 Arthur was a feared hitter in the Boston Park League, still holding several Park League records including the longest and second longest home runs and being the only player to hit a home run in every Boston Park League park. Joe Mackey* 2000 Required fields are marked *. His career stats up to and including 1979, which culminated with a Park League Championship for the Supreme Saints, were 82-23, with an ERA of 2.83. He was a hard hitting first baseman/pitcher on the 1952 Champion Crosby Club, a team that produced multiple Hall of Famers in the Park League. As captain in his senior year, he led the Terriers to the 1965 GBL Championship, while hitting .410 and leading the league in RBIs and doubles. Visiting hours Monday 4-8PM. Curly and Ed had large numbers of people on hand to see them welcomed into the Hall in the Class of 2021. We look to lock up the #1 seed in the South Conference playoffs by finishing strong this weekend. He transferred back to Boston College, lettering in three sports, and graduated with his degree from BC. saw 'em. Jack Fahey, BPL Hall of Famer 1995, passed away on January 6, 2022. Fame on Friday night (Nov. 13) at Lantana's in Randolph. Tim Whall 1996 Mary Hines passed away on September 29, 2017. In high school, Paul was an athletic legend at St. Sebastians School, starring in baseball, football, hockey, & basketball. Doors open at 6:15PM. He has continued his support of the league since retiring from the diamond. One Terence OMalley 2019 The 16 players on that team were selected from over 1,400 players who tried out. Al Morelli 1994 He was 63. Some of Jack's memorable games as a Terrier include: A four for five, 2 HR, 4 RBI , game vs. BC. Carmen Donaruma* 1988 The Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon was sponsored by Nicole's Pizza, Sanitrol Building Maintenance Corporation, Catering by Sebastians, and Olympia Flower Store and proceeds of the event benefitted athletics programs for Cathedral High School student-athletes. He played for the Kansas City Cowboys, Philadelphia Phillies and Boston Beaneaters between 1888 and 1901. Artie ONeil 1992 Tony Felder, Neil Lojek, Mike Marvelle, Tom Otto, Frank Passanesi*, John Rotman, Jack Valinote*. Affectionately known as Mr. Framingham, he loved his community, following local politics, and was proud to help out in anyway he could. Darwin Mesa 2018 Fran Matthews* 1987 Born in Boston in 1942, Tom graduated from Boston Latin in 1960 having left his mark as one of the more storied New England athletes of his era. 1930 Non-Red Sox Baseball At Fenway Park June 25: 1930 All-Interscholastic team 5, 1929 All-Interscholastic team 2 John Casey, a 1980 graduate of Tufts University and the head baseball coach of the Jumbos since 1984, was inducted into the Boston Park League Hall of Fame on Friday night (Nov. 13) at Lantana's in Randolph.. Bob Wilkinson* 1993 Bill pitched in Canada for a couple of years before coming home and was recruited by St. Pauls Manager John Kelliher (HOF-1982). Derek Grudinskas 2008 Darwin Hernandez 2009 Ralph Cecere 2000 The following position players, depicted with a different cap insignia, played for the Red Sox during their careers. On August 8, the Boston Park Department and the Community Service of Boston held the Class C finals of their field day events, which included a circling the bases competition, a throwing for accuracy drill and a catcher's throw. Doctors did not expect him to ever walk again, but with hard work and dedication, he did so with the aid of crutches. He was a member of the 2001 State Championship Team, and . Download this stock image: Former Boston Red Sox player David Ortiz, center, poses for a photo with Boston Red Sox President Sam Kennedy, left and Chief Baseball Officer Chaim Bloom during a pregame ceremony to recognize Ortiz's induction into the Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame before a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park, Friday, May 27, 2022, in Boston. Ed Elliott 2002 His support of the Park League never wavered over the last 25 years. 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