IMLB- Two Way Stars Rogan, Dihigo, and Radcliffe
We are all familar with the talents of the “Babe” George Herman Ruth. He was not only an amazing power…
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IMLB-1933 The First All Star Game
The first All Star game is played at Ebbets Field in Brooklyn. Here are the starting lineups. National League rf…
IMLB-1932 Josh Gibson and Ray Brown Jump To Majors
Cover photo 1931 Homestead Grays. Standing (L–R): Cum Posey, owner; Bill Evans, SS-OF; Jasper Washington, 1B-3B; Ambrose Reid, OF-INF; Smokey…
IMLB-1931 Satchel Paige and Dizzy Dean Win 1931 World Series
Dizzy once said that if him and Satch were on the same team that they could pitch until July 4th…
IMLB-1931 John Donaldson, Oscar Charleston And Bullet Rogan Join Majors
01/06/1915 Top rookies for 1915 include; Oscar Charleston from Indianapolis who was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds, outfielder/picher Joe “Bullet”…
IMLB-1927 Satchel Paige, Ted Trent, Luis Tiant Sr. Rookie Pitchers
Some big name headliners from the Negro Leagues jump into the majors between 1925-27. Ace pitchers Satchel Paige , Ted Trent,…
IMLB-1924 Martin Dihigo, Willie Wells, “Cool” Papa Bell Rookies
Another couple of busy off seasons in 1923 and 1924 brings us Martin Dihigo, a brillant prospect who can pitch,…
IMLB-1922 Jud Wilson, George Scales, Newt Joseph and Judy Johnson Now Major leaguers
In the off season the major leagues has seen an influx of talent coming from the Negro Leagues. The Washington…
IMLB- 1920 Top Notch Rookies Join Majors From Negro Leagues
01/08/1920 Some top notch players jump from the Negro Leagues to the Majors. Short Stop John Beckwith moves into the Cubs…
IMLB-1918 Johnson, Carr, Lundy and Oms Drafted Into Majors
01/02/1918 Starting pitcher Phil Cockrell jumps from the Hildale club in the Negro Leagues to join the Phillies. Oliver Marcell star…