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Player Profile: Alex Wong (Revere Rockies #5)

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In three years as a member of the Rockies, Alex has become an integral member of the ball club via his ability to provide an offensive spark as well as shut down an opponent on the mound.  A .341 hitter over that time, his 46 RBIs and 22 Stolen Bases would stand to be even better except that he takes every 5th day off at the plate.  And for good reason; his 9 wins and 1.63 ERA in 90 innings over that same time are an equally important part of Revere’s success. (courtesy of Nate Laliberte)

Alex has already started off the 2016 campaign with a win on the mound over the Saints in the season opener, promptly followed by a 2-HR game against the Dodgers the following day. Meet Alex, the Bartolo Colon of the Yawkey Baseball League…..

 

Nickname: Al, Albert

Position(s): RF, P

Bats/Throws: L/L

Club(s) Played for in YBL: Revere Rockies 2013-present

Where did you grow up? Lewiston, ME

Where do you live now? Waltham, MA

When is your birthday? July 10, 1991

Where did you go to college? Wentworth Institute of Technology, Class of 2013

What do you do for a living? BIM Manager at Commodore Builders

What baseball awards / honors have you won in your life? 2008 and 2009 All-KVAC 1st Team; 2011 American Legion State of Maine MVP; 2012 1st team All-CCC as an outfielder; 2012 2nd team All-CCC as a pitcher

Been part of any championship teams prior to / outside of the YBL? 2011 American Legion State of Maine Champions

What years have you been an All-Star in the YBL? 2013, 2014, 2015.

Favorite MLB player(s) of all time? Nomar Garciaparra

What are the three best movies you’ve seen in the last year? Star Wars: The Force Awakens; The Revenant; Jurassic World

What concerts have you been to in the last year? Don’t like concerts

You’re on your way to a game, what are you listening to in order to get hyped? EDM (Electronic Dance Music)

Read any good books lately? The International Building Code (this is sarcastic)

What are your 3 favorite shows right now? Game of Thrones, Breaking Bad, The Office

What is the best trip you’ve ever taken? Edinburgh, Scotland

Who is the most underrated player on your team? Kyle Rufo

Who else on your team would make for an interesting interview? Sean Glavin

Who have you most looked up to in the YBL? Chris Santosuosso and Adam Del Rio. Have been huge mentors for me in my prime baseball years.

Who is the toughest pitcher to face in the YBL? Jeff Allison

Who is the toughest hitter to face in the YBL? James Katsiroubas

What was the most exciting moment you’ve had in the YBL? 2015 Playoff series against A’s

What are your hobbies/passions outside of baseball? Cooking, Golf, Madden (I accept any and all challenges) Architectural drawing/modeling (I am available for anyone looking for some design input!), Company softball team

What was the greatest accomplishment in your life? Legion State Championship is definitely up there; along with graduating college

Who is the most influential person(s) in your life? Mom and Dad

Do you have any pets? 1 black cat

How does your significant other handle your baseball habit? Very few complaints

Tell me something about you that people wouldn’t know. Even though I do everything left-handed, I write with my right hand because my Mom made me when I was a kid.

What drives you to keep playing ball every summer? A love for the game, but recently more so for the baseball family I have become a part of.

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Let’s Get it Started!!!

YBLBridgeLogo2016 YBL Opening Week begins tonight, May 10th, at Maplewood Park in Malden as the always feisty Malden Maddogs host the newly revamped Savin Hill Dodgers.  Tonight’s probable pitchers are YBL veterans Kendall Chaves for Malden and Eddie Samp for Savin Hill.

The Al Thomas Athletics will host Thursday, the defending Yaz Division Champs, East Boston Knights and 6-time defending YBL Champions are slated to host on Friday night with more games slated over the weekend.

Please check back for full schedule updates as soon as Secretary Treska has everything finalized. If anyone is located near his office in Bedford, please don’t hesitate to drop off some coffee.

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Calling all YBL Hall of Famers

For the first time in the history of the Yawkey Baseball League we announce the official Yawkey Baseball League Hall of Fame Commemorative ring.  After most seasons, the Yawkey League Champions order rings to celebrate that particular championship season.  Why not celebrate your Hall of Fame Career in the same fashion???  With the help of Legend Rings www.legendrings.com, our own Dave Treska has designed a great ring for purchase.

The only thing better than sitting around telling people how great you were in the YBL is doing so with some bling to prove it!!!

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You can access the order form on the Yawkey League website at www.yawkeybaseball.com/shop/hall-of-fame-rings or by calling or emailing Kyle Ferbey from Legend Rings at (780) 994-8700 and [email protected], respectively.

 

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Important Upcoming Dates

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Now that we have hit the 70+ Degree mark here in Boston, here are some important upcoming dates to put on your radar…

April 6th-Yawkey League Meeting:  Voting on Post-season eligibility rules and Playoff Format will take place.

May 4th-Yawkey League Meeting:  Final Pre-Season Meeting, all 2016 monies are due.  Money for game balls is due on 6/1.

May 12th-Tentative Date for YBL Opening Day 2016

July 9th-EMass Classic:  Support the annual clash between all-star teams from the Yawkey League, Boston Park League, Intercity League and Cranberry League.  This year’s contest will be held at Morelli Field in Melrose, MA.  Further details to follow.

July 22nd-Tarpey Memorial Golf Tournament:  The 6th Annual Tarpey Memorial Golf Tournament has been scheduled for Friday July 22, 2016 at William J. Devine Golf Course in Dorchester.

Registration begins at 7:15 am with a 8:00 am shotgun start. The round will be followed by a hearty luncheon, raffle and awards program.

For registration and sponsorship information please contact the league at [email protected]

September 30 through October 2-CABL Coaches Vs. Cancer Classic:  Last year’s tournament raised over $3,000 for the American Cancer Society and we hope you’ll help us make an even bigger strike against cancer this year!  The Yawkey League’s own Stoneham Sabres took the crown in the inaugural tourney last year.  Head on over to their website to check out all the updated information: http://cablbaseball.com/cablclassic/ and again stay tuned as there will be more details to come during the season.

October 8th and 9th-100 Inning Spectacular:  This is the chance for Boston’s amateur baseball circuit to come out to raise money and awareness for ALS through The Angel Fund.  It’s also the annual chance to have our friend, Walter Bentson, umping behind the dish for a great cause that is near and dear to us all.  More details to follow…

 

 

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A Legend Passes

We are sad to report the passing of Josh Powell this past weekend.  Coach Powell meant many things to many players over several decades of service to the Boston amateur baseball circuit.  He was a Player, Coach and Mentor to anyone who met him on the diamond and in life.

The Yawkey League wishes to extend its deepest sympathies to his family.  The ongoing baseball game in Heaven just got much better!!!

Funeral Information:

Friday; February 5, 2016 @ 11am

12th Baptist Church

150 Warren St.

Roxbury, MA 02119

A website has been set up to accept donations to cover the costs of the memorial services:  https://www.gofundme.com/shmmm8z7

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YBL Elects 2016 Board of Directors and Welcomes a New Franchise

On December 1, 2015 the Yawkey League unanimously elected its Board of Directors for the 2016 season.  (not pictured Travis Adams)

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Marc DesRoches, Commissioner

Dave McKay, President Emeritus

Joe O’Hara, Vice President

Dave Treska, Secretary

Matt Grimes, Travis Adams and John Griffith, Members-At-Large

The first action saw the new Board of Directors unanimously approve a new franchise for a vote by the membership.  That vote was followed by unanimous acceptance by each franchise.  The Yawkey League welcomes the Charlestown Townies and their leadership Devin Santilli, Marc Magerman and Ron Santilli.

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