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Manny Machado Took The Bag, Not The Challenge

Feb 20, 2019 by J.R. Gamble

Feb 19, 2019 by J.R. Gamble

Don Newcombe, MLB’s First Black Cy Young Winner, Dies At 92

Newcombe was the first Black Cy Young Award winner, 20-game winner, and All-Star in MLB history.

Feb 19, 2019 by The Shadow League

Manny Machado Agrees To 10 Year, $300 Million Deal With Padres

Machado just blew the MLB free agency bank wide open.

Feb 14, 2019 by J.R. Gamble

Black History Month In Focus: Andre Dawson Classic Showcases HBCU Talent

Seven Historically Black Colleges & Universities will compete in the Andre Dawson Classic, where more than 30 HBCU players have become MLB draft picks.

Feb 12, 2019 by J.R. Gamble

Agree Or Disagree With His Decision, But Just Don’t Bet Against Murray

Two-sport phenom Kyler Murray has informed the Oakland A’s that his top priority is becoming a franchise NFL quarterback.

Feb 08, 2019 by J.R. Gamble

5 Defining Moments In The Life Of Frank Robinson

He was the embodiment of black baseball for over the last half-century.

Feb 07, 2019 by Kyle Harvey

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.

Jan 31, 2019 by J.R. Gamble

Sharon Robinson: Black MLB Players Are Slacking On Social Activism

Jackie Robinson’s daughter Sharon says despite their low numbers, Black MLB players need to make better use of their celebrity platform.

Jan 31, 2019 by J.R. Gamble

MLB’s Going All Out For Jackie Robinson’s Centennial

Jackie Robinson would have turned 100 today and MLB will be celebrating his incomparable legacy all year with various diversity initiatives.

Jan 28, 2019 by J.R. Gamble

As He Should: Reigning AL MVP Mookie Betts Declines Trump’s White House Invite

AL MVP Mookie Betts won’t be visiting the White House with his Red Sox teammates in May.

Jan 23, 2019 by J.R. Gamble

Gary Sheffield’s Lack Of MLB Hall Of Fame Love Is Foul

MLB Hall of Fame inductions have lost their integrity and are hit or miss at this point.

Jan 22, 2019 by Rob Parker

Don’t Expect A Unanimous HOF Vote For The Great Mariano Rivera

Since Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron and Willie Mays didn’t get 100 percent of the vote, it’s hard to believe that Mariano Rivera or any player ever will.

Jan 14, 2019 by J.R. Gamble

As He Should: Heisman Winner Kyler Murray’s Using Bully Tactics To Secure MLB Bag

Kyler Murray declared for 2019 NFL Draft as leverage in new contract negotiations with the Oakland A’s.

Dec 24, 2018 by J.R. Gamble

CC Sabathia Still Has The Biggest Heart On The Yankees

For the past decade — or at least since Derek Jeter retired in 2014 — CC Sabathia has been the heart and soul of the Yankees.

Dec 21, 2018 by J.R. Gamble

MLB Strikes Deal With Cuba, Ending Dangerous Defections

This one is a long overdue game-changer and should eliminate the dangerous trafficking that has run rampant for decades.

Dec 18, 2018 by J.R. Gamble

Michael Brantley Secures $32 million Bag From Astros

Michael Brantley’s injuries haven’t stopped one of MLB’s supreme Black Knights from being recognized and paid as an elite baller.

Dec 12, 2018 by J.R. Gamble

Andrew McCutchen Sparks First Power Move of Winter Meetings

McCutchen secured a 3-year $50 million bag from the Philadelphia Phillies, who are also hunting Bryce Harper and Manny Machado.

Dec 10, 2018 by J.R. Gamble

Lee Smith, Harold Baines Were Always Hall Of Fame Worthy

Character, longevity, and consistency boosted their MLB Hall of Fame qualifications.

Dec 10, 2018 by Erin Simon

Harold Baines, Lee Smith Will Enter Baseball’s Hall Of Fame

White Sox outfielder Baines and Cubs pitcher Lee Smith will join Cooperstown’s greats.

Dec 07, 2018 by J.R. Gamble

The 20th Anniversary Of MLB’s Diverse Business Partners Program

While teams, league staff and players gather in preparation for the upcoming season, MLB’s version of Shark Tank is in live time for minority and women-owned businesses.

Dec 03, 2018 by J.R. Gamble