*UPDATED*- Goodfellas manager and first baseman experienced pain in his left leg shortly after the season opener. After seeking medical attention, doctors fear Sidoti may have a pinched sciatic nerve in his left leg. X-Rays show a disc problem in his lower back with an MRI scheduled for June 9th. Results pending, Sidoti has been placed on the 15 day DL. Sidoti has a follow up appointment on June 18th which will determine next steps.

The Goodfellas have signed free agent Chris Briggs to a one game contract. Briggs is a former Colonie Babe Ruth All-Star and has played for the Dead Prezidents in the past (Mens B3 South). In order to focus on his academic obligations, Chris walked away from the game in 2010. He has completed his studies and is set to graduate this month and will reside in Long Island, NY. Briggs will play in this Thursday's game which appears to be the final game of his career.

In their final tune up prior to opening day, the Goodfellas took on the Dead Prezidents (Men's B South). The Goodfellas wasted little time showing what they were capable of and were up 9-0 after 3 innings of play. Opening day starter, Dan Capoccitti, pitched 3 scoreless innings and starting catcher Dan Ciampino was pleased with Capoccitti's velocity. Offensively, the Goodfellas looked ready for big numbers in 2012 with LeMorta, Ciampino, Hoffman and Corcione hitting home runs. Although a preseason game, the Goodfellas should feel good going into Wednesday's home opener after putting up 17 runs on Dead Prezidents, which is led by former Goodfella Jeff Brown. After their 17-5 victory, the Goodfellas are ready to start the season.

The Goodfellas power hitting shortstop will start the 2012 season on the DL. Williams experienced pain in his right arm during spring training and seeked medical attention. Doctors have recommended Williams rest the arm and he has already been given 3 cortizone shots to alleviate the pain. More to come on this developing injury.

With the departure of Jeff Brown Goodfellas management hit the free agent market looking to replace the power hitting third basemen. The Goodfellas are pleased to announce the signing of infielder Matt Grill to replace the hefty righty. Grill played varsity baseball for Shaker High School and was named the most valuable player for the 2005 Shaker Bison. 

At the end of the 2011 season the Goodfellas star center fielder vowed to commit the offseason to fitness and return in 2012 as an unstoppable force. Lemorta has dropped 10 pounds of body fat and added back 10 pounds of muscle; an even swap! "I feel good" says Lemorta, "Get your popcorn ready folks, #14 bout to dooooo woooorrrrkk." Will Lemorta come out of the gate with big numbers? We will find out soon.