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Hall of Fame Polls: Curtis Granderson

John Donaldson's candidacy is difficult due to unrecorded statistics from his Negro League career.
Carlos Gonzalez may not be considered a Hall of Famer despite notable achievements.
Curtis Granderson's character and charity work play a role in his Hall of Fame considerations.

Hall of Fame Poll: Torii Hunter

Vic Harris's Hall of Fame candidacy is under discussion, but knowledge about his impact in the Negro Leagues is limited.
Torii Hunter's impressive statistics show consistency over his 19-season MLB career, raising questions about Hall of Fame eligibility.

Hall Of Fame Announces Eight Names On Era Committee Ballot

Eight candidates are on this year's Era Committee ballot for Hall of Fame consideration, needing 12 votes for induction.

Hall of Fame Polls: Curtis Granderson

John Donaldson's candidacy is difficult due to unrecorded statistics from his Negro League career.
Carlos Gonzalez may not be considered a Hall of Famer despite notable achievements.
Curtis Granderson's character and charity work play a role in his Hall of Fame considerations.

Hall of Fame Poll: Torii Hunter

Vic Harris's Hall of Fame candidacy is under discussion, but knowledge about his impact in the Negro Leagues is limited.
Torii Hunter's impressive statistics show consistency over his 19-season MLB career, raising questions about Hall of Fame eligibility.

Hall Of Fame Announces Eight Names On Era Committee Ballot

Eight candidates are on this year's Era Committee ballot for Hall of Fame consideration, needing 12 votes for induction.
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The Negro Leagues are officially part of MLB history with the records to prove it

Negro Leagues stats integrated into MLB records.

Negro League Statistics Officially Enter MLB Record Books

MLB integrated Negro Leagues stats, impacting all-time leaderboards.

Is Shohei Ohtani's 50-50 Season Actually The First in MLB History?

Shohei Ohtani's historic 50-50 feat might not be unique, as missing data in Negro League stats could reveal prior similar performances.

MLB denies SF Giants' appeal for LaMonte Wade Jr. to participate in Rickwood Classic

The Giants' only Black position player, LaMonte Wade Jr., may not be able to participate in the game honoring the Negro Leagues at Rickwood Field due to a hamstring injury.

100 years of baseball history: Remembering the Negro Leagues' inaugural World Series

The inaugural Negro Leagues World Series in 1924 was pivotal for the recognition and viability of the Negro Leagues.

Major League Baseball Came to Birmingham. Then Willie Mays Died.

The struggle to attract young African American athletes to baseball and honor the history of the Negro Leagues.

The Negro Leagues are officially part of MLB history with the records to prove it

Negro Leagues stats integrated into MLB records.

Negro League Statistics Officially Enter MLB Record Books

MLB integrated Negro Leagues stats, impacting all-time leaderboards.

Is Shohei Ohtani's 50-50 Season Actually The First in MLB History?

Shohei Ohtani's historic 50-50 feat might not be unique, as missing data in Negro League stats could reveal prior similar performances.

MLB denies SF Giants' appeal for LaMonte Wade Jr. to participate in Rickwood Classic

The Giants' only Black position player, LaMonte Wade Jr., may not be able to participate in the game honoring the Negro Leagues at Rickwood Field due to a hamstring injury.

100 years of baseball history: Remembering the Negro Leagues' inaugural World Series

The inaugural Negro Leagues World Series in 1924 was pivotal for the recognition and viability of the Negro Leagues.

Major League Baseball Came to Birmingham. Then Willie Mays Died.

The struggle to attract young African American athletes to baseball and honor the history of the Negro Leagues.
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Crawford eyeing first Giants matchup after signing with Cardinals

Brandon Crawford is excited to face his former team, the Giants, while playing for the Cardinals in a special game honoring The Negro Leagues on June 20, 2024.
The game at Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama holds emotional significance for Crawford, reflecting his admiration for Willie Mays and the history of the Negro Leagues.

The Yankees should follow Somerset's example in honoring the Negro Leagues

The Somerset Patriots successfully honored the New York Black Yankees, showcasing the importance of celebrating Negro Leagues history in baseball.

Major League Baseball to add Negro Leagues stats to official records

MLB will add Negro Leagues statistics to historical records, potentially creating new all-time records for former players.

Dave Roberts: Diversity In MLB Has 'Gotten A Lot Better'

MLB recognizes Juneteenth by playing first game at Rickwood Field, highlighting the Negro Leagues.

At Rickwood Field, Willie Mays Is the Star of the Show, One More Time

Willie Mays's death added significance to MLB's tribute game at Rickwood Field.

Yankees Social Media Spotlight: MLB goes to Rickwood Field

MLB honors the Negro Leagues and mourns Willie Mays' passing.

Crawford eyeing first Giants matchup after signing with Cardinals

Brandon Crawford is excited to face his former team, the Giants, while playing for the Cardinals in a special game honoring The Negro Leagues on June 20, 2024.
The game at Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama holds emotional significance for Crawford, reflecting his admiration for Willie Mays and the history of the Negro Leagues.

The Yankees should follow Somerset's example in honoring the Negro Leagues

The Somerset Patriots successfully honored the New York Black Yankees, showcasing the importance of celebrating Negro Leagues history in baseball.

Major League Baseball to add Negro Leagues stats to official records

MLB will add Negro Leagues statistics to historical records, potentially creating new all-time records for former players.

Dave Roberts: Diversity In MLB Has 'Gotten A Lot Better'

MLB recognizes Juneteenth by playing first game at Rickwood Field, highlighting the Negro Leagues.

At Rickwood Field, Willie Mays Is the Star of the Show, One More Time

Willie Mays's death added significance to MLB's tribute game at Rickwood Field.

Yankees Social Media Spotlight: MLB goes to Rickwood Field

MLB honors the Negro Leagues and mourns Willie Mays' passing.
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Move over Ruth and Cobb: MLB adds Negro League stats and Josh Gibson surpasses legends

The official records of Major League Baseball now include statistics from Negro Leagues, honoring legendary players like Josh Gibson.

MLB The Show 24 features women ballplayers for the first time

First time in MLB The Show series to create and play as women ballplayers in Road to the Show mode
MLB The Show 24 featuring stories from the Negro Leagues and partnership with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
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MLB The Show 24 Features First-Ever Female Player

Toni Stone will be the first female player featured in MLB The Show 24, highlighting the Negro Leagues story.
Stone played for the Indianapolis Clowns and Kansas City Monarchs in the Negro American League in the 1950s before retiring from professional baseball.

MLB The Show 24 Adds First Female Player In Series History

MLB The Show 24 will feature its first playable woman character, Toni Stone, who made history as the first female professional baseball player in 1953.
Stone will be included in the 'Storylines: Negro Leagues Season 2' mode, alongside other historical players like Henry Aaron and Josh Gibson.

MLB The Show 24 Features First-Ever Female Player

Toni Stone will be the first female player featured in MLB The Show 24, highlighting the Negro Leagues story.
Stone played for the Indianapolis Clowns and Kansas City Monarchs in the Negro American League in the 1950s before retiring from professional baseball.

MLB The Show 24 Adds First Female Player In Series History

MLB The Show 24 will feature its first playable woman character, Toni Stone, who made history as the first female professional baseball player in 1953.
Stone will be included in the 'Storylines: Negro Leagues Season 2' mode, alongside other historical players like Henry Aaron and Josh Gibson.
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The Real Value of the Negro Leagues Can't Be Captured in Statistics

Negro Leagues players turned segregation injustice into empowerment.

Negro Leagues advocacy began with MLB legend Ted Williams, who hid his Mexican American past

Major League Baseball added Negro Leagues statistics to historical record with Ted Williams advocating for recognition.

The Real Value of the Negro Leagues Can't Be Captured in Statistics

Negro Leagues players turned segregation injustice into empowerment.

Negro Leagues advocacy began with MLB legend Ted Williams, who hid his Mexican American past

Major League Baseball added Negro Leagues statistics to historical record with Ted Williams advocating for recognition.
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Giants-Cardinals Series Preview

The passing of Willie Mays reframes the exhibition game series to honor him as both an eulogy and joyful celebration of his legacy and the game itself.

How to watch San Francisco Giants vs. St. Louis Cardinals

Tribute to Negro Leagues at Rickwood Field featuring San Francisco Giants and St. Louis Cardinals.

Giants-Cardinals Series Preview

The passing of Willie Mays reframes the exhibition game series to honor him as both an eulogy and joyful celebration of his legacy and the game itself.

How to watch San Francisco Giants vs. St. Louis Cardinals

Tribute to Negro Leagues at Rickwood Field featuring San Francisco Giants and St. Louis Cardinals.
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FOCO Selling Roy Campanella Negro Leagues Bobblehead

Roy Campanella's legacy honored with limited-edition bobblehead featuring his time with the Baltimore Elite Giants and statistical updates due to MLB incorporating Negro Leagues data.

Willie Mays, Birmingham and Rickwood Field: Baseball Honors a Legend in His Hometown

The sudden death of Willie Mays triggered fan tributes at Rickwood Field, the oldest pro ballpark where Mays started his career.
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