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One of the greatest players in MLB history sits outside the Hall, and Cooperstown remains too focused on the enshrinees alone
‘Without a doubt, the issue of language hurt Minnie. But I think the color of his skin hurt, too.’
Even as it acknowledged one of the best pitchers ever, Cooperstown first tried out a version of ‘separate but equal’
The Hall of Famer championed fellow African Americans and stood for what was right
Over and over again, Cooperstown has refused to admit this Black star who was neither quiet nor grateful
The Cuban star thrived in the Negro Leagues and has been enshrined in five national halls of fame
Parker was snubbed by the Baseball Hall of Fame again — and it’s tragic
The Hall of Fame has enshrined mediocre talents and stone-cold racists. It can open its doors for the home run king.
Former Major Leaguer believes he has been excluded because of his cocaine use and brashness when he played the game
The first woman to pitch in the Negro Leagues dies at 82