Gino Cappelletti

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Gino Cappelletti (March 26, 1934 – May 12, 2022) was an American professional football player. He played college football at University of Minnesota.[1] He played for the Boston Patriots from 1960 until 1970.[2] Cappelletti is a member of the Patriots Hall of Fame. He was the Patriots' radio color commentator until July 2012. His nicknames included "The Duke" and "Mr. Patriot".[3][4] Cappelletti was born in Keewatin, Minnesota.

Cappelletti died on May 12, 2022 at the age of 89.[5]

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  1. Carnicelli, Joe (September 1, 1971). "Cappelletti retires at 37". Times-News. Hendersonville, North Carolina. UPI. p. 13.
  2. Hand, Jack (December 17, 1964). "Gino Cappelletti named most valuable player". Evening News. Newburgh, New York. Associated Press. p. 13B.
  3. "Cappelletti kicks six FGs". Eugene Register-Guard. Oregon. Associated Press. October 5, 1964. p. 6B.
  4. Oldeman, Ryan. "Legendary New England Patriots Broadcaster Gino Cappelletti Signing Off After 32 Years". Sports Media 101. Archived from the original on July 29, 2012. Retrieved July 20, 2012.
  5. Patriots Hall of Fame WR/K Gino Cappelletti Passes Away at 89