Tony Pellegrino

Anthony Pellegrino (born 1907) was an American featherweight boxer, whose career spanned for five years from 1927-1932. In 39 bouts, Pellegrino registered 22 victories, with 4 by knockout. He suffered 14 losses and was knocked out 4 times. He drew thrice. Pellegrino resided in Brooklyn, New York City, and was commonly referred to as the "young sensation from Williamsburg" early in his career. Pellegrino fought numerous top boxers from the sport's Golden-Age, including Al Singer, whom Pellegrino was defeated by in the summer of 1928 at Dexter Park Arena in Queens.

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