Satchel Paige proved that Baseball fans were eager for high-quality talent, regardless of race. His exceptional skills and showmanship not only captivated audiences but also demonstrated that black players could draw significant crowds, challenging the racial barriers of the time. By showcasing his talent in the Negro Leagues, Paige highlighted the demand for integration in baseball and the universal appreciation for excellence in the sport. Ultimately, he played a crucial role in bridging the gap between segregated leagues and paving the way for the eventual integration of Major League Baseball.
1) Played baseball professionally for 5 decades. 2) In the Negro Leagues, had streaks of 21 consecutive wins and 64 consecutive scoreless innings. 3) Had a record of 31-4 in 1933. 4) Pitched in an MLB game with the Kansas City Athletics in 1965 at the age of 60. 5) Inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1971.
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Eddie "The King" Feigner started pitching in 1946 and retired after a stroke in 2000. He pitched in seven decades.
4.5 decades equals 4.5 decades!
No, you don't need a hyphen. It would be 10 decades or ten decades.
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100 decades in a millennium
There are 3.5 decades in 35 years
30 decades
I have long thought this to be the reason why my breast on my throwing arm side is smaller. (My mom’s breasts aren’t as varied as mine, and I played softball for nearly two decades).
There are 10.6 decades. Or 10 decades plus 6 years.