The North East Knights have strengthened its lineup with utility man Joe Persichina. The 26-year-old Californian played three seasons in the Chicago White Sox organization, up high as Double-A, between 2007 and 2009. Last year he entered the Independent League circuit and played for Sussex in the Can Am Association. Overall he has been hitting .257/.320/.336 in 320 games in professional baseball. He will debut this weekend against T&A San Marino.