Samuel Christopher Gentile (October 12, 1916 – May 4, 1998) was an American outfielder in Major League Baseball who played for the Boston Braves during its 1943 season, being used exclusively as a pinch hitter and pinch runner in just eight games. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. He spent 43 years as recreation director for the city of Everett, Massachusetts and was a member of its city council from 1988 to 1994.
Sam Gentile
| Given name: | Samuel Christopher Gentile |
| Nicknames: | None |
| Primary Pos: | Pitcher |
| Hght/Wght: | 5'11" / 180 lbs |
| Bats/Throws: | L / R |
| Born: | Oct 12, 1916 in Charlestown, MA |
| Died: | May 4, 1998 in Everett, MA (81 years old) |
| Debut: | Apr 24, 1943 |