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Only one. Fergie Jenkins who was inducted in 1991.
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Who was the first African American professional baseball player in the American League?
Answer:Bud Fowler - 1878
How did jakie Robinson play Major League Baseball?
Jackie Robinson was able to play Major League Baseball because the Brooklyn Dodgers called him up from the minors in 1947. His first season in the majors, Robinson played first base.
What major sport events happened between 1870-1920 in the United States?
The first major league of baseball (National Association) was founded in 1871. The National Association disbanded in 1875 and the National League began in 1876. The American League became a major league in baseball in 1901. The first World Series was played in 1903. College football became big with many universities beginning programs. The first bowl game (Rose Bowl) was played. The National Football League, then known as the American Professional Football Association, was founded in 1920. Basketball and volleyball were invented.
What was Jackie Robinson's mother's maiden name?
Jackie Robinson was the first African American to play Major League Baseball. His parents were Jerry and Mallie Robinson. His mother's maiden name was McGriff.
What was Jackie Robinson famous for?
In 1947 Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in baseball and was the first African American to play major league baseball. A member of the Brooklyn Dodgers, Robinson was the first African American to break a record in the Negro league and was one of the best African-American baseball players in history (even though in college, baseball had been his 'worst sport'). Robinson also won an NCAA Championship in the long jump at UCLA in 1940.
