Monte Irvin and Hank Thompson debuted for the New York Giants on July 8, 1949.

Jackie Robinson and Roberto Clemente crossed paths with Martin Luther King Jr. in their fights for civil rights and racial equality.

Prolific speedster Cool Papa Bell's 1974 election to the Hall of Fame was a long time coming.

After paying it forward for so many years, the baseball world will give its thanks to Hammerin' Hank.

Though he was not permitted to excel on the diamond at the highest levels due to the color of his skin, Sol White’s position in history is secure.

A look back at Monte Irvin's interview with the Hall of Fame in 2006.

In 1963, Duke Snider headed back to the city where it all began.

In 1974, the Sacramento Solons took advantage of their unique home park to set a minor league record with 305 home runs.

Bob Oliver was one of the original members of the Kansas City Royals in 1969.

This footage is perhaps the earliest known recording – in color, no less – of Jackie Robinson playing for Montreal.