Calling all baseball enthusiasts! Join us for a captivating presentation on the transformative impact of the Martinez Brothers on baseball. This special event will take place on Saturday, July 13th at 1 PM at the Charles J. Muth Museum of Hinchliffe Stadium, 186 Maple Street, Paterson, NJ.
Uncover the incredible, untold stories that have shaped the game we love and continue to influence Major League Baseball today. This enhanced presentation builds on our successful showcase at the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY, featuring a new, never-before-seen trailer of our upcoming documentary, “The Martinez Brothers: The Untold Baseball Story of Talent, Tragedy and Legacy.”
This is not just a baseball story—it’s a profound narrative of talent, tragedy, and legacy, presented by Max Martinez Almenas and his son, Adam Martinez Almenas, grand and great-grand-nephews of Horacio “Rabbit” Martinez.
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“Rabbit” Martinez was a 5-time All-Star shortstop for the New York Cubans (1935-1947), and a 1947 Negro League World Series champion who also played professionally in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Aruba, Panama, and Venezuela. He later became a super scout for the New York / San Fransisco Giants. He signed Juan Marichal (the first Dominican inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame), the Alou Brothers (Felipe, Jesus, and Mateo), and Manny Mota, arguably the most significant pinch hitter ever.
In essence, Martinez opened the original baseball talent pipeline from the Dominican Republic into Major League Baseball (MLB), creating a path for the first wave of Dominican players. His effects on baseball are still seen today.
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Highlights of the Event:
- In-Depth Presentation: Learn about the four Martinez Brothers, the players they signed, and their significant contributions in the Negro Leagues, Latin-American Winter Leagues, and MLB, as players, coaches, managers, and deluxe MLB scouts.
- Exclusive Trailer: Be among the first to watch a new trailer of our documentary, “The Martinez Brothers: The Untold Baseball Story of Talent, Tragedy and Legacy.”
- Museum Tour: Explore the recently opened modern and interactive Charles J. Muth Museum situated at one of the last remaining negro league ballparks in the country honoring legendary players, including but not limited to Josh Gibson, Martin Dihigo, Jackie Robinson, Monte Irvin, and Larry Doby, the first Black ballplayer to play in the American League, who had his first tryout with Irvin for the Newark Eagles at Hinchliffe Stadium. The multi-sport museum also honors professional athletes and performers who made their mark at Hinchliffe Stadium in track, football, boxing, car racing, Hollywood entertainment, and more.
Bring your family and friends to this free, inspiring event that promises to enlighten and engage. Refreshments will be served, so please RSVP to ensure we can accommodate everyone. Join us in celebrating the rich history and lasting impact of these remarkable figures in baseball.
We look forward to seeing you there!
RSVP Information:
Please RSVP at: Muth-museum@montclair.edu or call 862-385-1240.
You can also RSVP online at the Facebook event page link below: https://www.facebook.com/events/1455487735108427/
For more information, contact:
Jessica Bush
Director, The Charles J. Muth Museum of Hinchliffe Stadium
Email: cameronbushj@montclair.edu
Max Martinez Almenas
Director, Documentary film, “The Martinez Brothers: The Untold Baseball Story of Talent, Tragedy and Legacy.”
Email: max@martinezbeisbolfilms.com
