Friday 31 July 2020

MLB Commemorates The 100th Anniversary Of The Negro Leagues

Minnie Forbes (right) took over as owner of the Detroit Stars from her uncle Ted Raspberry (center) in 1956. Forbes, now 88, is the last living Negro Leagues team owner.

The Negro Leagues showcased Black baseball players when they were banned from the big leagues. Now, Major League Baseball is planning to celebrate its centennial.

(Image credit: Courtesy of Minnie Forbes)



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