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National Negro Leagues history

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February 18, 2025
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From left to right, pitchers John Stanley, Frank McAllister, and Gene Smith of the Negro National League’s New York Black Yankees stand on the top step of their dugout in 1942. (Credit: Bettmann/Getty Images)

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African Americans entered the world of baseball in the late 1800s, participating in military, college, and company teams before eventually joining professional teams alongside white players. Trailblazers like Moses Fleetwood Walker and Bud Fowler were among the first Black athletes to break into professional baseball. However, the pervasive racism and “Jim Crow” laws of the era forced them out by 1900. Consequently, Black players formed their own teams, traveling across the country in a practice known as “barnstorming” to play against anyone willing to compete.

The landscape of Black baseball began to change in 1920, thanks to Andrew “Rube” Foster, a former player, manager, and owner of the Chicago American Giants. Foster spearheaded the formation of an organized league structure, convening a meeting at the Paseo YMCA in Kansas City, Missouri, with other Midwestern team owners. This meeting resulted in the creation of the Negro National League. Shortly thereafter, rival leagues emerged in Eastern and Southern states, spreading the excitement and innovative style of Black baseball to major urban centers, rural areas, and even beyond the U.S. to Canada and Latin America.

These leagues maintained a high level of professional skill, showcasing the talent and dedication of Black players. They also became vital to economic development within many Black communities, fostering local pride and providing a source of entertainment and unity. The success and popularity of these leagues highlighted the incredible contributions of Black athletes to the sport and laid the groundwork for the eventual integration of Major League Baseball. 
Despite the systemic barriers they faced, these pioneering athletes and their leagues played a crucial role in shaping the history of baseball. Their legacy continues to inspire future generations, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and community in the face of adversity. Source: NLBM

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