Israel Alcantara
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Israel Alcantara (Izzy)
- Bats Right, Throws Right
- Height 6' 2", Weight 180 lb.
[edit] Biographical Information
Primarily wore number 55.
Israel Alcantara, then with the AAA Pawtucket Red Sox, sealed his name in fame in 2001 when he karate kicked Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Red Barons catcher Jeremy Salazar, after pitcher Blas Cedeno hit him with a pitch. He then preceded to rush the mound, but was tackled by infielder Kevin Orie.
The International League suspended Alcantara for six games for his conduct.
