Reading american desperado and i know roberts is nephew of these two guys. I believe joe was onetime consig of Gambinos and was caught at Appalachin.

Was sam a capo? Cant tell from Roberts book? Just speculating but was Riccobono ever in line to succeed when Gambino croaked or was he dead already? Pure speculation, and from what ive read castellano was always carlos choice to succeed him but just wondering?

Anyone have more insight on these two guys? Crew, power , turf etc?just me bein a curious novice mob reader any info the more knowledgeable guys on here can share would be much appreciated