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Catcher Elston Howard was the first African-American to play for the New York Yankees. The year was 1955. Elston was also the first African-American to win the American League Most Valuable Player award.
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DevinJackie Robinson with the Brooklyn dodgers was the first black man to play in the modern era of Major League Baseball. His debut was April 15, 1947.
The first African Americans to play for the New York Giants were Monte Irvin and Hank Thompson whose first game for the Giants was July 8, 1949.
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What was the name of Philadelphia all black Baseball team?
Giants
Who was the First black baseball player with Brooklyn Dodgers?
Jackie Robinson was the first black ballplayer in Major League Baseball, made his Major League debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947.
Who was the first black person to play the game of baseball?
Jackie Robinson was the first pro ball player on a pro team.
What were the colors of New York Giants Baseball team?
orange black cream
What year did Jackie Robinson break the color barrier by being the first black major league baseball player?
1947. The Sporting News named one Rookie of the Year for both leagues in that season. Robinson was named ROY for the entire majors and not just the National League.
