Was Babe Ruth Black?
At a time when having even “one-drop” of black blood could get a brother hung, many suspected that Babe Ruth was black due to his...
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Frank Robinson, MLB Hall Of Famer And Civil Rights Activist, Dead At 83
The African American baseball experience can't be told without Frank Robinson's accomplishments. Read more at The Shadow League....
This Day In Black History: ‘Home Run King’ Is Born
Together with his wife, Billye, Aaron created the Hank Aaron Chasing the Dream Foundation to help children develop and achieve their potential....
Learning Through Jackie Robinson's Legacy
As a lifelong baseball fan, former high school ballplayer, and coach for 20 years, I have always been struck by how closely baseball and learning...
Jackie Robinson Museum to Open in New York City in 2019
The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF) hosted a groundbreaking ceremony in New York City on Thursday and announced that construction to build the long-anticipated Jackie Robinson...
How to Become a Diverse Supplier with Major League Baseball
Corey Smith, MLB Senior Director of Supplier Diversity and Strategic Sourcing, provides insight on how potential suppliers can work with the League....
Baseball Great, Gary Sheffield, Shares Most Important Money Lessons
Growing up in Belmont Heights in Florida, near the Ponce de Leon projects, Sheffield and his family lived with his uncle, Dwight Gooden, who was...
[WATCH] Monte Irvin, Legendary MLB Hall of Famer, Dies at 96
On Monday, Jan. 11, legendary Hall of Fame outfielder Monte Irvin died at age 96, according to reports. He served as a prolific figure in...
Ken Griffey Jr. to Be Inducted Into Baseball Hall of Fame
Griffey, known as "Junior," comes from a legacy of baseball greatness. He's the son of three-time All-Star outfielder Ken Griffey, and he played alongside his...
Mo’Ne Davis Biographical Movie Coming to Disney Channel
Mo'Ne Davis biographical film set to air on Disney Channel...