Four Crosscutters were named to play in the 2019 NYPL All-Star Game being held August 21 in Staten Island – C-Logan O’Hoppe, INF- Kendall Simmons, INF Bryson Stott, & OF Corbin Williams.

New York Penn League Announces 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees

The following individuals comprise the New York‐Penn League’s 2019 Hall of Fame Class:

Gene Baker- A man of firsts, Baker played a significant role in the history of the New York-Penn League and baseball in general when he broke the managerial color barrier by becoming the first African-American manager in organized baseball, when the Pittsburgh Pirates named him skipper of the Batavia club in 1961.

In 1963, he became the second black coach in the major leagues following Buck O’Neill by a half -season. He can also be credited with being the first black manager in Major League Baseball when he took over for ejected Pirates manager Danny Murtaugh on September 21, 1963.

Jane Rogers‐ As the first person hired by the Staten Island Yankees in 1999, Jane Rogers has been with the club for the entirety of its twenty-year history in New York City.

Originally hired as the organization’s office manager, Jane has progressed through various roles, including that of General Manager, and her current position as Senior Vice-President, Baseball Operations. Her tireless efforts leading the organization, and in particular the club’s relationship with the New York Yankees, have led to strong relationships with players and front office administrators alike.

Over the past two decades, she has mentored and led countless former SI Yankees employees who have gone on to become executives throughout organized baseball. In addition, Rogers has been an important contributor to the Staten Island community and the New York-Penn League as a whole.

Josiah Viera‐ Viera captured the hearts of baseball fans around the country during his life, but it was in the New York-Penn League, with the State College Spikes, that his impact was most directly felt.

Josiah was born with Hutchinson-Guilford progeria, a rapid aging condition. His joyous spirit and enthusiasm was a source of inspiration for players, coaches, staff and fans. During his time as the Spikes’ honorary bench coach, Josiah helped propel the club to three Pinckney Division titles and New York-Penn League championships in 2014 and 2016.

Late in 2018, Josiah passed away at the age of 14. While he is greatly missed by every member of the Spikes and the New York-Penn League family, Josiah’s spirit remains as a shining example of determination and perseverance in the game of baseball and the game of life.

Bernie Williams‐ Williams hit .344 as a member of the 1987 Oneonta Yankees playing in 25 games before a promotion to Ft. Lauderdale. He made his Major League debut with the N.Y. Yankees on July 7, 1991 and would go on to play his entire 16 year MLB career in pinstripes. In his 16 seasons he collected 2,336 hits, 449 doubles, 287 HR and 1,257 RBI to go along with a lifetime batting average of .297. He is a four-time World Series champion and the all-time leader in postseason RBI with 80.

A 5-time All-Star and 4-time Gold Glove winner, Williams won the 1996 ALCS MVP, 2002 Silver Slugger and 1998 AL Batting Title. He joined Yankee immortals by having his number 51 retired in 2015.

Inductions took place on August 21, during pregame ceremonies at the 2019 New York‐Penn League All‐Star Game at Richmond County Bank Ballpark, home of the Staten Island Yankees.

UPCOMING GAMES & PROMOTIONS

Thursday, August 22 vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers – 7:05pm

Pin Giveaway. Presented by the Lycoming County Visitor’s Bureau. First 1,000 fans.

Thirsty Thursday. $2 domestic pints & $1 off craft beer.

MedReturn Drug Take Back. Turn in your unused & expired medications for safe disposal and get a free hot dog & soda courtesy of Lycoming County District Attorney’s office.

Friday, August 23 vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers – 7:05pm

Lyco the Lumberjack Bobblehead Giveaway. Presented by the Lycoming County Visitor’s Bureau. First 1,000 fans receive a bobblehead of this lovable Visitor’s Bureau mascot.

Friday Night Fireworks. Presented by Best Western, Shop Vac, Sky Shooter Displays & 93.3 WBZD.

Belly Buster Contest XX. Presented by Weis Markets & Keystone Furniture Galleries. Compete to be the Belly-Buster King and win a new recliner.

Saturday, August 24 vs. Mahoning Valley Scrappers – 7:05pm

Pin Giveaway. Presented by the Lycoming County Visitor’s Bureau. First 1,000 fans.

Selinsgrove-Sunbury Community Night. Pick up complimentary ticket vouchers, while they last, in the Selinsgrove-Sunbury area at; Fresh Roasted Coffee, Pepsi, Planet Fitness, Salvation Army-Sunbury & Surplus Outlet.

Muncy-Hughesville Community Night. Pick up complimentary ticket vouchers, while they last, in the Muncy-Hughesville area at; Alexander Nissan, Cole’s Hardware, Cracker Barrel, Muncy Bank & Trust, Outback Roos & Re/Max Edge.