Buck O'Neil's scouting work brought countless Black stars to the big leagues, some of whom went on to enjoy Hall of Fame careers.

Jackie Robinson integrated the Dodgers in 1947, but it was more than another decade before some clubs finally embraced Black players.

In his 1978 Topps card, Al Oliver appears to be deeply engrossed in thought.

For four seasons beginning in 1959, the AL and NL controversially played multiple All-Star Games.

Hitting in the big leagues was often a struggle for Kurt Bevacqua, but he made a name for himself with a breakthrough performance in the 1984 World Series.

The stars finally aligned for Tom Seaver.

In 1970, when Hoyt Wilhelm was 47, he was traded to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for first baseman Hal Breeden.

Buck O'Neil's scouting work brought countless Black stars to the big leagues, some of whom went on to enjoy Hall of Fame careers.