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Key moments and achievements from Anthony Balsamo's life.
Anthony was born
· Holbrook, New York, U.S.
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Tony Balsamo grew up in Brooklyn, New York, attending Erasmus Hall High School where he developed his pitching skills. His journey from the Brooklyn sandlots to Wrigley Field exemplified the classic American baseball dream of the era.
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Tony Balsamo grew up in Brooklyn, New York, attending Erasmus Hall High School where he developed his pitching skills. His journey from the Brooklyn sandlots to Wrigley Field exemplified the classic American baseball dream of the era.
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Anthony "Tony" Balsamo was called up by the Chicago Cubs on April 14, 1962, making his Major League Baseball debut. He pitched 29.1 innings during his brief MLB career, finishing with a 0-1 record and a 6.44 ERA for the Cubs that season.
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Anthony "Tony" Balsamo was called up by the Chicago Cubs on April 14, 1962, making his Major League Baseball debut. He pitched 29.1 innings during his brief MLB career, finishing with a 0-1 record and a 6.44 ERA for the Cubs that season.
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During his time with the Cubs, Balsamo played alongside several future Baseball Hall of Famers, including Billy Williams, Ron Santo, Lou Brock, and Ernie Banks. The experience of competing with such legendary talent defined a highlight of his baseball career.
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During his time with the Cubs, Balsamo played alongside several future Baseball Hall of Famers, including Billy Williams, Ron Santo, Lou Brock, and Ernie Banks. The experience of competing with such legendary talent defined a highlight of his baseball career.
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In 1977, Balsamo became the proud owner of Donato's Restaurant in Rockville Centre, New York. He operated the popular establishment for 25 years until 2002, building a second successful career in the restaurant industry after baseball.
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In 1977, Balsamo became the proud owner of Donato's Restaurant in Rockville Centre, New York. He operated the popular establishment for 25 years until 2002, building a second successful career in the restaurant industry after baseball.
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Balsamo ran Donato's Restaurant in Rockville Centre from 1977 to 2002, serving the Long Island community for a quarter century. The restaurant became a beloved local institution, reflecting his dedication to hospitality and community.
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Balsamo ran Donato's Restaurant in Rockville Centre from 1977 to 2002, serving the Long Island community for a quarter century. The restaurant became a beloved local institution, reflecting his dedication to hospitality and community.
Anthony Balsamo passed away
