Sopranos Stars to Headline Somerset Patriots Game

Vincent Curatola and Federico Castelluccio to appear at minor league baseball game in New Jersey

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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The Somerset Patriots, the Yankees' Double-A affiliate, will host "The Sopranos" stars Vincent Curatola ("Johnny Sack") and Federico Castelluccio ("Furio Giunta") on Thursday, August 27, for a Sopranos-themed night at the park. The event includes a pre-game VIP Meet & Greet, photo opportunities, and the first 1,000 adults 18+ will receive a themed bowling shirt.

Why it matters

The Sopranos is widely regarded as one of the greatest television series of all time, and the fact that cast members are still making appearances in New Jersey, the show's home state, speaks to the enduring legacy of the series. This event offers fans a unique opportunity to connect with the show's iconic characters and celebrate its 25th anniversary.

The details

The game against the Akron RubberDucks, Cleveland's Double-A team, will feature a pre-game VIP Meet & Greet in the SK Club for $150, which includes an all-you-can-eat Italian buffet, a photo, and autographs from both Curatola and Castelluccio. There's also a $60 package for a ticket plus a photo with both actors on the main concourse during the game.

  • The event will take place on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
  • First pitch is at 6:35 p.m.

The players

Vincent Curatola

An actor who played the role of "Johnny Sack", the calculating and quietly menacing underboss of the Lupertazzi crime family, in the acclaimed HBO series "The Sopranos".

Federico Castelluccio

An actor who played the role of "Furio Giunta", Tony Soprano's imported Neapolitan enforcer, in "The Sopranos".

Somerset Patriots

The Yankees' Double-A affiliate baseball team that is hosting the Sopranos-themed event.

Akron RubberDucks

Cleveland's Double-A baseball team that will be playing against the Somerset Patriots on the night of the event.

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What’s next

The first 1,000 adults 18+ who attend the game will receive a themed bowling shirt.

The takeaway

This event offers Sopranos fans a unique opportunity to connect with the show's iconic characters and celebrate its enduring legacy in the state where the series was set. The appearance of cast members like Curatola and Castelluccio underscores the deep connection between the show and New Jersey.