Andre Chiefs

Malden, MA- Evan Walsh went six solid innings, allowing just four hits and striking out 10, to lead the Chiefs to a 3-2 comeback win over the Reading Bulldogs at Maplewood on Wednesday night. For the Chiefs it was their third win in a row as they open the season at 3-0.

Reading got all of the runs they would get against Walsh in the top of the first inning on singles from Darren Hartwell and Tyler Cedone and a two RBI double by catcher Brendan McDonald.

The Chiefs rung out four hits and tossed up a three-spot in the bottom of the third against Jack Wallace who had faced just six hitters over the first two innings. Singles from Michael Nestor, Tony Serino, Steve Passatempo and Kyle Dembrowski put the Chiefs in front 3-2 and closed the scoring for the night.

Righty David Kerns came on for Walsh in the seventh and picked up his second save of the year. The Bridgewater State closer stranded the tying run at second after Chris Webster doubled with two outs.

Wallace (0-1) took the loss for Reading. He went four innings, allowing three runs on four hits, stuck out seven and walked none. Max Mardany and Alex Mandrus each worked a scoreless inning for the Bulldogs in the fifth and sixth.

Chiefs Chants…..Nestor’s hit in the bottom of the third inning was the first of his ICL career. The rookie is the son of Medford High Head Coach and former ICL standout Mike Nestor…..University of Bridgeport infielder Alex Martinez made his debut at shortstop for the Chiefs….The Chiefs are now off until Monday evening when they will host the Malden Maddogs at Maplewood. Next Wednesday the defending champion Lexington Blue Sox come to town. Both games will start at 8:00 PM……

Somerville, MA- Veteran lefty Tim Dunphy went six innings to get the win and Matt Nuzzo launched a solo homer when the Chiefs edged the Somerville Royals 2-1 at Trum Field on Tuesday night. For the Chiefs it was their second victory in as many nights as they start the 2019 campaign at 2-0.

Dunphy, (pictured) who picked up his 47th career win in a Chiefs uniform, struck out seven before giving way to Bridgewater State righty David Kerns who picked up the save by working a scoreless 7th inning while striking out two.

Nuzzo gave the Chiefs a 1-0 lead when he homered in the top of the first inning. Brady Chant tied the game at 1-1 with a leadoff homer in the bottom of the third. The Chiefs other run came in the top of the fourth when Manny Cabral, who had reached on an error, scored on a doubleplay ball off the bat of Mike Burgoyne after singles from Andrew Caulfield and Evan Reynolds.

Paul Covelle worked the first three innings for the Royals before yielding to Luke Gustavson who went the final four frames.

The Chiefs will look to make it three in row when they host the Reading Bulldogs on Wednesday night at Maplewood in a 8:00 PM start. Former Bentley University southpaw Evan Walsh, who was 4-3 last season with a 2.46 ERA, is expected to get the start.

Malden, MA- Righty Zach Kirby went the distance, scattering three hits and striking out eight, when the Chiefs beat the Wakefield Merchants 6-4 on Monday night at Maplewood. It was the first win for Manager Steve Gambale.

Tony Serino (pictured) had a two RBI single in the second inning and Steve Passatempo, Mike Gedman and Matt Nuzzo drove in a run each for the Chiefs.

The three hits Kirby allowed were all doubles by Dillon Koster, Ryan Collins and Jake Nardone.

James McNamara worked into the sixth inning and took the loss.

The Chiefs are back in action on Tuesday night when they travel to Trum Field in Somerville to meet the Royals in a late 8:30 PM start.

The Chiefs will open their 2019 season tonight when they host the Wakefield Merchants at Maplewood/Malden Catholic at 8:00 PM.

On Tuesday the Chiefs travel to Trum Field in Somerville to meet the Somerville Royals at 8:30 PM before returning to Maplewood on Wednesday at 8:00 PM to meet the Reading Bulldogs.

Steve Gambale (pictured left) will make his managerial debut for the Chiefs tonight. Gambale takes over for Chuck Andre who will concentrate on the Chiefs’ General Manager duties this season. Gambale will be assisted by Nick Leva, Tim Dunphy and Tony Serino.

President & General Manager: Chuck Andre
Phone: 617-312-7156 Email: AndreChiefs@aol.com

Manager: Steve Gambale
Phone: 781-333-9623 Email: stephengambale@yahoo.com

Website: www.andrechiefs.com
Team Email: AndreChiefs@aol.com
Home Fields: Maplewood Park (Malden Catholic) Malden, MA
Pine Banks Park, Melrose, MA
Team Colors: Cardinal, Vegas Gold & White

Mailing Address
12 High Street
Medford, MA 02155

Staff
President & General Manager: Chuck Andre
Manager: Steve Gambale
Player/Coach: Nick Leva
Player/Coach: Tim Dunphy
Player/Coach: Tony Serino
Media Relations: Bruce Tillman
Website Design: Ian Roberts
Team Photographer: Jim Valente

The Chiefs’ name and outstanding baseball tradition have been synonymous since 1957. Carrying the Hosmer Chiefs name from 1958 to 1984 and the Andre Chiefs banner from 1989 to the present, the Chiefs have maintained a consistent atmosphere of professionalism and winning.

The Championships – Through the years the Chiefs have brought 19 baseball championships to the City of Medford, Massachusetts, including the 2012 and 2014 crowns. They have won 24 Suburban Twilight League or Intercity League pennants. Remarkably, the Chiefs have recorded a winning record and have made the playoffs in 50 of their 53 summers of playing baseball.

The Franchise– The Chiefs franchise carries a winning percentage of almost .700 over the 2,900 games they have played over seven decades. The franchise has won 19 League Championships. Thirteen of those came when they were known as the Hosmer Chiefs and the last six were won under the name of the Andre Chiefs. In 1966, the Chiefs were named as the top semi-professional team in America. From 1957-2018, they have had only five managers, Ernie Ardolino (1957-1960), Lenny Dempsey (1961-1967), Joe O’Donnell (1968-1981), Bob DeFelice (1982-1984) Chuck Andre 1989-2018. The franchise was named as the “Team of the Decade” for the 1960’s, 1970’s & 1990’s.

The Staff
Chuck Andre-President & General Manager (Boston College) Chuck completed his 28th year as manager in 2018. He steps away from the dugout in 2019 to focus on the Chiefs’ General Manager duties. Since 1989, he has a career managerial record of 659-365-69, piloted the club to 25 playoff appearances, 10 regular season pennants, and six Intercity League Championships. He won his 600th career game in June of 2016. A former right-handed pitcher, Andre played for the Chiefs in the 1970’s & 1980’s. He has missed the ICL postseason just three times as a player or manager in 36 Intercity League seasons. He was inducted into the Medford High School Hall of Fame in 1995.

Steve Gambale- Manager (University of Maine) Steve begins his first season as the Chiefs’ Manager in 2019. Retired as player in 2017. He has been with the organization for nearly two decades, earning the starting shortstop position right out of Medford High School in 2000. After spending a number of seasons on the Medford High Coaching Staff, he now doubles as an assistant coach at Central Catholic in the Spring. Played his college baseball for the University of Maine Black Bears.

Assistant Coaches
Nick Leva (Southern New Hampshire)
Tim Dunphy (Brandeis University)
Tony Serino (UMass-Amherst)

The Chiefs organization suffered a major loss in April of 2017 with the passing of longtime Bench Coach Steve Calabresi.

The Tradition– The Chiefs baseball tradition runs deep, as sons have followed their fathers and grandfathers in wearing the uniform. Over the years, playing for the Chiefs became a sandlot baseball fantasy place where batboys became players, ball boys became major league pitchers, and many became baseball legends. As former manager Joe O’Donnell (1968-1981) said at a Chiefs reunion banquet, “once a Chief, always a Chief.” Still today, Chiefs’ players from decades gone by return to watch their team play. There always seems to be a former Chief or two in the crowd.

Alumni– Through the years, Chiefs mystique, championships, and professionalism, has remained constant. Almost 600 semi-professional ballplayers at one time or another have worn the Chiefs uniform. It is estimated that over 120 of those players at some point signed a professional baseball contract. Two former Chiefs have even appeared in the World Series, Mike Pagliarulo with the Minnesota Twins in 1991 and Kevin McGlinchy with the Atlanta Braves in 1999. Pagliarulo returned to Chiefs as a member of the 2016 Coaching Staff before being named Hitting Coach of the Miami Marlins prior to the 2017 season.

Maplewood Park at Malden Catholic Located in Malden, Massachusetts– The Chiefs play their night games on the artificial surface of Maplewood Park that is located on the campus of Malden Catholic.

Pine Banks Park, Melrose, Massachusetts– The Chiefs also play some games at Pine Banks which is located on the Melrose-Malden line.

Record Book– The Chiefs have had three of the last seven ICL MVP’s. Jeff Bercume (2012), Jared Freni (2013) and Johnny Welch (2014). They also have bragging rights to two of the all-time winning pitchers in ICL history, Fred Knox (1957-1973) and Dave Marsters (1989-2008), who both recorded over 110 career ICL victories. Former Cleveland Indian outfielder Justin Crisafulli is the career home run leader with 91, hit leader with 567, and RBI leader with 417. For a complete history of the Chiefs franchise click on the “Chiefs History” tab above.

The Chiefs continue to develop young talent from the college level and at the same time showcase players with professional baseball experience. For information e-mail AndreChiefs@aol.com.