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The Athletic: From his bedroom, a custom shoemaker to the baseball stars

The Athletic: From his bedroom, a custom shoemaker to the baseball stars

Anthony De Lucia has made custom shoes for more than 250 big leaguers: José Altuve, Robinson Canó, Jacob deGrom, Adam Jones, Brian Anderson and J.D. Martinez among his count. A Mets fan from Long Island... 

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Pete Alonso Donates First Responder-Themed Cleats to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum

Pete Alonso Donates First Responder-Themed Cleats to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum

New York rookie sensation Pete Alonso has taken the league by storm not only by his incredible and record-breaking feats on the field, but also by his selfless and respectful acts off the field. After winning the Home Run Derby, Pete donated 10% of his winnings to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, a non-profit organization that honors the sacrifice of firefighter Stephen Siller who laid down his life to save others on September 11, 2001. We also honor our military and first responders who continue to make the supreme sacrifice of life and limb for our country.  For September 11th, Pete decided...

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Pete Alonso's Tribute to September 11th

Pete Alonso's Tribute to September 11th

From the city of New York, the entire baseball community, and all of the First Responders' Units:

Thank you, Pete.

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Coolest Cleats of the 2019 MLB Season

Coolest Cleats of the 2019 MLB Season

MSN.com complied a slideshow of all of their favorite cleats they captured throughout the 2019 season! Make sure to check out the full list here. Here is a preview at some of the featured customs by Lucia! Slide 4 (Pete Alonso) Slide 6 (Ronald Acuna) Slide 9 (Tommy Pham) Slide 27 (Tommy Pham)

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The Score's Top Players' Weekend Cleats

The Score's Top Players' Weekend Cleats

The 2019 Players' Weekend has arrived, and with it comes all the glory of wild monikers, uniforms, and customized cleats. The following shoes are just a few colorful examples of what major leaguers will be rocking.

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