Tito Francona joining pizza business at Geraci’s Slice Shop in Cleveland

FILE – Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona makes a pitching change during the fifth inning of the team’s baseball game against the Houston …

FILE – Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona makes a pitching change during the fifth inning of the team’s baseball game against the Houston Astros, Aug. 4, 2022, in Cleveland. Francona was voted the American League Manager of the Year on Tuesday night, Nov. 15, winning the award for the third time in 10 seasons after leading the Guardians to the AL Central title. Francona received 17 of 30 first-place votes and nine second-place votes for 112 points from a Baseball Writers’ Association of America panel. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)

by: Celeste Houmard, Cris Belle

Posted: Dec 1, 2022 / 11:49 AM EST

Updated: Dec 2, 2022 / 11:08 AM EST

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CLEVELAND (WJW) — A pizza staple in Cleveland for over 60 years is getting a new flagship location and a Cleveland icon on its team.

MLB’s “Manager of the Year” Tito Francona is tossing his hat into the pizza-creating world at Geraci’s Slice Shop.

The pizza shop will be a fast-casual restaurant at the Colonial Arcade.

Francona says he is excited to invest in the pizza world. He will also create a pizza with proceeds going to the Cleveland Guardians’ charities and plans to be at the restaurant regularly.

“I’m an Italian who loves pizza and loves Cleveland. Geraci’s is such a beloved brand it is just the right fit. Plus, it’s a short scooter’s ride from the ballpark”, says Francona.

You will be able to grab a “Tito pizza” before heading to a Guardians game or seeing your favorite show this Spring.

Geraci’s Slice Shop will be open for lunch, dinner and late at night. They will also offer delivery and catering.