Nineteen 47

BOSTON - Twins '47 has announced that it has extended its licensing partnership with Major League Baseball Properties. The new five year agreement begins in 2010, runs through 2014 and includes extended product category rights for headwear and a strengthened brand position with MLB teams and retailers."The core of our business is with Major League Baseball and dates back to the late 1940's. We continue to be grateful for the true partnership that has evolved through the years," said Steven D'Angelo, vice president and second generation company owner. "We are committed to the mission of producing industry leading headwear for men, women and children representing all 30 Major League Baseball teams," said D'Angelo.

Twins '47 headwear, lead by its signature cap "the Franchise", is sold nationally in all major retail and sporting goods channels as well as Major and Minor League ballparks throughout the country. Twins '47 is among the leading licensees of Major League Baseball.

"Twins '47 is a long-standing and valued Baseball partner that has outfitted our fans for more than 60 years," said Howard Smith, Senior Vice President, Licensing, Major League Baseball. "The Twins '47 reputation for creative and quality merchandise is stronger than ever and we look forward to continuing to find new ways to grow our relationship."

Twins Enterprise, Inc. established in 1947 by twin brothers Arthur and Henry D'Angelo has evolved into a national leader in sports licensed headwear and apparel and holds licenses with Major League Baseball, the NHL, the NBA and over 600 college programs. Twins Enterprise is also an official licensee of US Open Tennis, US Open Golf and multiple PGA Tour events. Twins Enterprise, Inc. operates the Red Sox Team Store and is the "Official Headwear Supplier" of the Jimmy Fund and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The company is based in Boston and Dedham, MA and employs 200 corporate and retail employees.

Boutique style at New York Mets' Citi Field

BOSTON - Forty Seven (formerly Twins Enterprise, Inc.) is proud to unveil its first company retail store inside of Citi Field the new home of the New York Mets. The unique space takes its cues from the company's flagship location on Newbury St. in Boston, MA and the new brand platform launched earlier this year.

"Our relationship with Major League Baseball goes back to the origins of our company. We are proud to open this first of its kind retail store within this beautiful new ballpark," said Bob D'Angelo, second generation company owner. "Our goal is to continue to build stand alone company retail spaces within ballparks and stadiums throughout the country," said D'Angelo.

The new '47 retail store was officially opened prior to the New York Mets, Boston Red Sox exhibition game held on April 3rd. Company founder, Arthur D'Angelo, along with his sons and members of the New York Mets and ARAMARK staff presided over the ribbon cutting.

"We're proud that Citi Field houses the first in-ballpark retail store for '47," said Dave Howard, Executive Vice President, Business Operations, New York Mets. "Forty Seven's unique merchandise reflects the Mets' New York National League heritage which is embraced throughout our new home."

'47 is located on the Field Level concourse at Citi Field along the first base line and is open during all baseball games and events. The store is managed on site by ARAMARK.

Forty Seven is owned by Twins Enterprise, Inc. Founded in 1947 by twin brothers Arthur and Henry D'Angelo, the company has evolved into a national leader in sports licensed headwear and apparel and holds licenses with MLB, NHL, NBA and over 400 college programs. Twins Enterprise, Inc. operates the Red Sox Team Store and is the "official headwear supplier" of the Jimmy Fund and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The company is based in Boston and Dedham, MA and employs 200 corporate and retail staff.

BOSTON - Twins '47 headwear and Banner '47 apparel (formerly Twins Enterprise, Inc.) has made a key addition to their sales team.

Renee' Blubaugh joins '47 after several years in sales and merchandising roles with New Balance Athletic Shoe, Inc. Renee' is a graduate of Eckerd College where she played on a basketball scholarship. Renee' started with New Balance as a field merchandising rep in 1996. She later moved on to sell apparel and accessories and was voted apparel sales rep of the year in 2005 and sat on the New Balance Apparel Advisory Board. Renee' will manage territory sales in the state of Florida.

"Florida is one of our most important territories with the concentration of college and resort business. Renee brings the level of experience and account management skills needed to oversee this territory," said Dan Larner, National Sales Manager.

'47 is a privately owned licensed products company founded in 1947 by twin brothers Arthur and Henry D'Angelo. '47 is a national leader in sports licensed headwear and apparel and holds licenses with MLB, NHL, NBA and over 425 college programs. '47 also owns and operates the Red Sox Team Store outside of Fenway Park and its Flagship company store, '47, located on famed Newbury St. in Boston. Based in Dedham and Boston, MA '47 employs 200 corporate and retail employees.

Meet and Greet with Fans on Newbury St.

BOSTON - Two of the most respected icons of the National Hockey League, Boston Bruins legend Ray Bourque and Lord Stanley's Cup, will make a special appearance together in Boston.

Ray Bourque one of Boston's most beloved sports heroes played 21 seasons with the Bruins and was voted as a first team all-star 13 times and won the Norris Trophy five times.

To this day Bourque still holds several other records and remains the standard by which all defensemen in the NHL are measured. Bourque still resides in Massachusetts with his family and is involved with several charitable organizations. The only other time Bourque appeared with the Stanley Cup was in 2001 when an estimated 20,000 fans turned out at City Hall Plaza to honor Bourque and his accomplishment of winning the Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche with whom he finished his career.

The appearance will be held on Saturday, March 7th at '47, sports apparel retailer, located at 286 Newbury St (next to Charley's Saloon). The Stanley Cup will be on display for fans from 11am-2pm and Ray Bourque will be on hand from 11am-1pm. Fans are encouraged to bring cameras. #77 will be meeting fans and signing autographs as time permits.

Press Inquiries: Please contact Steve David, 781-320-1384 or sdavid@nineteen47.com

'47 is owned by Twins Enterprise, Inc. Founded in 1947 by twin brothers Arthur and Henry D'Angelo, the company has evolved into a national leader in sports licensed headwear and apparel and holds licenses with MLB, NHL, NBA and over 400 college programs. Twins Enterprise is the owner of the Red Sox Team Store and the "official headwear supplier" of the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The company is based in Boston and Dedham, MA and employs 200 corporate and retail employees.

BOSTON - Twins '47 headwear and Banner '47 apparel (formerly Twins Enterprise, Inc.) have added two key sales representatives to oversee key territories.

Erin Samson joins '47 as a graduate of Dayton University with degrees in business administration and sports management. Erin has most recently been employed in the telecom industry where she was responsible for the management of an external agent and channel sales. Erin will manage Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin.

Jessee Mayfield comes to '47 after spending the last eight years working in sales at Nike. Jessee will re-locate from Portland, OR to Ohio where he will be responsible for managing territory sales for Michigan and Ohio.

"In conjunction with our recent re-branding effort, we continue to strengthen and expand our sales force by adding key territory sales professionals to help us meet our expanding brand footprint," said Dan Larner, National Sales Manager. "Erin and Jessee bring strong sales backgrounds in both managing accounts and developing new business," said Larner.

'47 (formerly Twins Enterpise, Inc.) is a privately owned licensed products company founded in 1947 by twin brothers Arthur and Henry D'Angelo. '47 has evolved into a national leader in sports licensed headwear and apparel and holds licenses with MLB, NHL, NBA and over 425 colleges. '47 owns and operates the Red Sox Team Store and its flagship retail location '47 located on Newbury St. in Boston.

'47 is based in Dedham and Boston, MA and employs 200 corporate and retail staff.

Twins '47 and Banner '47 to be the new face of the Company

BOSTON - It all started with a souvenir pennant. When twin brothers Arthur and Henry D'Angelo emigrated to the US from Italy they never would have imagined that selling flowers, shining shoes and selling newspapers on the streets of Boston would lead to a 60 year venture into sports licensed products.

In 1947, the Twins cut their own pennants out of felt and screen-printed them with the logo of their beloved home town team, the Boston Red Sox. Through the years, the young men began to sell pennants and other sports souvenirs to baseball stadiums around the country. Their entrepreneurial spirit, a "handshake is a contract" way of doing business and their love of sports has flourished into a national business producing some of the industry's finest headwear and apparel. Today, the company boasts a portfolio of national licenses with MLB, NHL, NBA and over 400 college programs. Twins is also an official licensee of US Open Tennis and is the Official Headwear Supplier of the Jimmy Fund and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute supporting all of DFCI's charitable foundation events.

"Today we proudly recognize the hard work and passionate spirit of my father and uncle over 60 years ago," said Steven D'Angelo, vice president and second generation company co-owner. "We're energized as a brand despite the dour economic situation, we are taking a proactive position to grow our business in 2009 and years to come," said D'Angelo.

The new brand platform harkens back to the origins of the company. "The goal was to create a fresh brand look that utilized an authentic foundation for us to direct all brand related programs," said Steve David, director of marketing and communications. "The look and feel of our new pennant logo and incorporation of the year 1947 set the right tone to create an emotional attachment with consumers," said David. In 2008, Twins opened the company's flagship retail store in Boston named '47 and today unveils its new website at nineteen47.com designed in collaboration with Boston based web agency One Pica. Apparel brand, Banner Supply Company was acquired by Twins in 2005 and will become Banner '47.

'47 is a privately owned maker of sports licensed headwear and apparel based in Boston and Dedham, MA and employs 200 corporate and retail employees.

Key Additions to Mid-Atlantic and Northern California

BOSTON - Twins Enterprise, Inc. has made the following additions to its sales force strengthening its position in the mid-Atlantic and northern California territories.

Sean Spanek, a graduate of Menlo College, near Palo Alto, CA. Spanek joins Twins after nearly six years in sales with K2 licensed products managing the stadium and arena business. He will cover the northern California territory for Twins headwear and Twins owned apparel company, Banner Supply.

Matt Mihalecsko, Graduated from William Patterson University in New Jersey and has held sales positions with Airwalk, Dr. Martens and most recently was VP of Sales for Ben Sherman footwear. Matt has over 15 years industry experience and will handle sales for the mid-Atlantic region for both Twins headwear and Twins owned apparel company, Banner Supply.

"As we continue to expand our overall business, our goal is to hire sales professionals that are skilled at managing existing business and adding quality new business to help us reach our sales objectives," said Dan Larner, National Sales Manager. "Sean and Matt embody the level of sales and service experience we require," said Larner.

Twins Enterprise, Inc. is a privately owned licensed products company founded in 1947 by twin brothers Arthur and Henry D'Angelo. Twins Enterprise has evolved into a national leader in sports licensed headwear and apparel and holds licenses with MLB, NHL, NBA and over 400 college programs. Twins Enterprise is the owner/operator of the Red Sox Team Store and '47 located on Newbury St. Twins is based in Boston and Dedham, Massachusetts and employs 175 corporate and retail staff.

Fan Appreciation Day September 27th

BOSTON - Twins Enterprise, Inc. and the Red Sox Team Store want to show their appreciation to Red Sox Nation by inviting all fans to the Red Sox Team Store on Saturday, September 27th from 9am to 4pm to view and take pictures with the 2004 and 2007 World Series Trophies. "We're excited to bring the trophies to the team store and to thank the fans for all their support during the regular season," said Scott Saklad, General Manager of the Red Sox Team Store. "There is nothing quite like the energy of the fans when the playoffs start," said Saklad.

As the Red Sox march towards the playoffs they finish the regular season against archrivals the New York Yankees. Come catch all the excitement around Fenway Park. Check out the largest selection of Red Sox merchandise anywhere at the Red Sox Team Store, 19 Yawkey Way or on-line at YawkeyWayStore.com.

Twins Enterprise, Inc. is a privately owned licensed products company founded in 1947 by twin brothers Arthur and Henry D'Angelo. Twins Enterprise has evolved into a national leader in sports licensed headwear and apparel and holds licenses with MLB, NHL, NBA and over 400 college programs. Twins Enterprise is the owner/operator of the Red Sox Team Store and '47 located on Newbury St. Twins is based in Boston and Dedham, Massachusetts and employs 175 corporate and retail employees.

Newbury St. location provides one of a kind shopping experience

BOSTON - Twins Enterprise, Inc. opened the doors of its new flagship company store on famed Newbury Street in Boston. The store, named '47 for the year in which twin brothers Arthur and Henry D'Angelo founded Twins Enterprise, is located at 286 Newbury Street. With 2,300 s/f of retail space, '47 offers one of the most unique shopping experiences in the area complete with weathered wooden floors, custom built lockers, even an antique iron stove that displays product. The store caters to all with a full assortment of sports licensed headwear and apparel for men, women and kids. Headwear by Twins and apparel by Twins-owned Banner Supply Company are showcased in a variety of styles and teams including the Red Sox, Celtics, Bruins and local colleges. The store also features limited edition merchandise from national college programs such as Texas, Michigan and Notre Dame.

Twins Enterprise has been a retail/wholesale staple in the sports licensed business dating back to 1947. Twins is most recognized in the Boston area as owners/operators of the Red Sox Team Store at Fenway Park. "As our company evolves we wanted to create a unique space to not only sell our products but to tell a story about who we are as a brand and the unique history started by my father and uncle," said second generation company owner Steven D'Angelo.

Twins Enterprise, Inc. is a privately owned licensed products company founded in 1947 by twin brothers Arthur and Henry D'Angelo. Twins has evolved into a national leader of licensed headwear and apparel and holds licenses with MLB, NHL, NBA, Minor League Baseball and over 400 college programs. Twins is based in Boston and Dedham, Massachusetts and employs 200 corporate and retail employees.

Expands license with NHL and names Canadian division President

BOSTON - Twins Enterprise, Inc. is proud to announce it has expanded its relationship with the NHL to distribute licensed headwear and apparel in Canada. Twins Enterprise and the NHL have had a successful 10 year partnership in the United States. In addition, the agreement with the NHL includes global rights. "Twins Enterprise has been a valued licensee of the NHL for many years in the United States and we look forward to continuing our success with them in the Canadian market," said Jim Haskins, NHL Vice President of Consumer Products.

Twins Enterprise has also named Glenn Wakefield as Division President, Twins Canada. KDI Group Inc. of Winnipeg, MB will have rights for sales and distribution of Twins/NHL licensed products in Canada. In the sporting goods business for 75 years, KDI Group has been a top distributor of products throughout Canada and has been in the licensed business since 1991. Twins NHL headwear will be sold into several distribution channels and Banner Supply/NHL apparel will be sold in the sporting goods and fashion retail channels. "We are excited about our new relationship with the KDI Group considering their excellent reputation of sales and service in Canada," said Wakefield. "We anticipate a strong launch of products in conjunction with the NHL in late 2008."

Twins Enterprise is a privately owned licensed products company founded in 1947 by twin brothers Arthur and Henry D'Angelo. Twins Enterprise has evolved into a national leader of licensed headwear and apparel and holds licenses with MLB, NHL, NBA, Minor League Baseball and over 400 college programs. Twins Enterprise is based in Boston and Dedham, Massachusetts and employs 150 corporate and retail employees.

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BOSTON - From the hardships of his childhood in Cuba, to the ups and downs of his baseball career, to his battle with cancer, Mike Lowell has seen the highs and lows of his life on and off the baseball field. This is the moving and inspirational story of a man who overcame every challenge thrown at him to become one of the best third baseman in baseball ? and a true role model for his millions of fans.

Described as the "throw in" player in the trade that brought Josh Beckett to Boston, Mike Lowell has proven any doubters wrong and excelled beyond expectations to become the 2007 World Series MVP.

Join Mike Lowell on Saturday, May 17th from 11am to Noon at the Red Sox Team Store as he signs copies of his new book, Deep Drive. This book is co-written by Rob Bradford, beat writer for the Boston Herald.

The Red Sox Team Store is the "official team store of the Boston Red Sox" and is owned and operated by Twins Enterprise [and the D'Angelo family], proud partners of the Boston Red Sox. Founded in 1947, Twins Enterprise has been a licensee of Major League Baseball Properties since 1979 and retains the rights to sell Genuine Merchandise.

NOTE: Due to time constraints and to allow as many fans as possible to receive a signed copy of Mike Lowell's book, no other items will be signed and no photo requests will be granted. Books are $25 each with a maximum of two copies per person.

Twins Enterprise becomes official headwear supplier of the Jimmy Fund

BOSTON - For more than 60 years, the Jimmy Fund and Twins Enterprise have been favorite organizations of Boston Red Sox fans. Now the two are joining forces to help fight cancer.

The Jimmy Fund and Twins Enterprise are proud to announce that Twins is the Official Headwear Supplier of the Jimmy Fund, which supports the fight against cancer at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Twins will be providing custom hats as well as Red Sox hats for participants and volunteers at Jimmy Fund fundraising events such as the Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk and Fantasy Day. New pediatric and adult cancer patients being treated at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute will also receive hats in their welcome packets as a part of the agreement.

"Twins has had a long relationship with the Jimmy Fund and we wanted to increase our commitment to the fight against cancer. Every day, patients begin an uncertain battle with cancer and we felt strongly that all patients should have a Red Sox hat to wear to inspire their recovery," said Steven D'Angelo, vice president, Twins Enterprise.

Many Red Sox fans will recognize the child who will represent all Dana-Farber patients, both adults and children, who will benefit from this partnership. Seven-year-old Jordan Leandre has performed at Fenway Park on numerous occasions. He first sang the National Anthem as a 4 year old while wearing leg brace due to the Ewing's sarcoma in his leg. That performance led to an appearance in the movie, "Fever Pitch" and was the first of many return engagements at Fenway. In 2006, David Ortiz wheeled him out in a wheel chair to sing the anthem but in 2007, Jordan not only walked out by himself to sing the "Star Spangled Banner," he then ran around the bases to the delight of the crowd.

While this is the first time Twins and the Jimmy Fund have come together, the two organizations have a lot in common. In 1947, Arthur and Henry D'Angelo (twin brothers) started selling Red Sox pennants outside Fenway Park. That business grew to the opening of the Souvenir Store across from Fenway Park. In the same year, and less than a mile away, Dr. Sidney Farber established what has become Dana-Farber and introduced the first research program in chemotherapy for children with cancer. A year later, the Jimmy Fund began fundraising for the cancer center.

More than six decades later, the Jimmy Fund and Twins are known throughout the region and are inextricably linked to the Boston Red Sox. The D'Angelo children have carried on the tradition and expanded on their early success.

Over the past 60 years Twins has grown into a national wholesale/retail operation producing licensed headwear and apparel for MLB, NBA, NHL and over 400 college programs. Twins Enterprise also holds several non-sport licenses. Through it all, Twins has remained a privately held company with its roots firmly planted in New England. Twins Enterprise is based in Dedham and Boston and employs about 120 corporate and retail staff.

The Jimmy Fund and Twins will also be teaming up for the Jimmy Fund Fantasy Day at Fenway Park on Saturday, June 28. The Red Sox Team Store will present "The Ultimate Fan Experience" for baseball enthusiasts of all ages. There will be photo opportunities, contests, a kid zone, Fenway tours, and a skills zone.

The Jimmy Fund continues to help raise the chances of survival for children and adults with cancer around the world. Since 1948, the generosity of millions of people has helped the Jimmy Fund save countless lives by furthering cancer research and care. Unrestricted support from the Jimmy Fund is an integral part of Mission Possible: The Dana-Farber Campaign to Conquer Cancer, a $1 billion capital campaign to accelerate cancer research, speed development of life-saving therapies, and expand the Institute's signature patient- and family-centered care.

BOSTON - Johnny Pesky has worn a Red Sox uniform longer than anyone and has served the Sox in virtually every capacity: All-Star player, coach, manager, broadcaster, goodwill ambassador and all-around good guy. After signing his first professional contract as a 21 year old in the living room of his parents' home in Oregon, he has spent the better part of seven decades with his beloved Red Sox.

Pesky has seen it all from the heartache of the 1946, 1978 and 1986 to the joy of the 2004 and 2007 World Series seasons. He has been given the unofficial title of Mr. Red Sox and had the famed right field foul pole officially named after him in September of 2006 on his 87th birthday.

In a wonderful book chronicling the 2007 season share the magical journey from the off-season acquisition of Daisuke Matsuzaka to the final out of the World Series as only Pesky can tell it.

Johnny Pesky will be signing copies of his book, "Diary of a Red Sox Season", on Saturday December 22, 2007 from 11am to 1pm at the Yawkey Way Store at 19 Yawkey Way across from Fenway Park. Printed by Triumph Books ($20) and co-authored by Maureen Mullen this book is a must have for Red Sox fans of all ages.

The Yawkey Way Store is the "official team store of the Boston Red Sox" and is owned and operated by Twins Enterprise [and the D'Angelo family], proud partners of the Boston Red Sox. Founded in 1946, Twins Enterprise has been a licensee of Major League Baseball Properties since 1979 and retains the rights to sell Genuine Merchandise.

NOTE: Johnny Pesky will only be signing copies of his book please be respectful of his time and do not bring other items to be signed.