Quote Originally Posted by El Gamo
http://www.fightnews.com/fightnews_2...lHKfmfHmj.html


Michael Acri Boxing Promotions has announced the ring return of “The Pittsburgh Kid,” undefeated former IBF lightweight champion Paul Spadafora (38-0-1, 15 KOs). Spadafora’s return – his first fight in over two years – will headline Acri’s 22nd annual Erie Boxing Classic, Wednesday, November 22, at The Avalon Hotel. Tickets, which go on sale tomorrow, are priced at $60, $40 and $20. They can be purchased at The Avalon Hotel, Dee’s Cigar Store, Johnny’s Sports Bar and Ringside Restaurant.

Anyone think he can be a major force? Was he highly rated to being with?
he was the IBF lightweight champ I believe... I have no idea whether he can be a force again he's been in jail for some time, who know's if he kept in shape physically or mentally.. Ive only seen a little bit of Spaddy, he's definetly a solid fundamental boxer.. He has absolutely 0 power though, which could prevent him from beating top guys combined with his layoff. I never saw his fight with Dorin but as someone else states theres some cause for concern there considering how badly Gatti beat him.. THere fight was a bloody draw. I don't know if Spadafora was less than 100% that night or what.