Sol White

Executive

Class of 2006

Sol White

Executive

Class of 2006
A talented player-manager, Sol White organized the Philadelphia Giants, who dominated play in the early years of the 20th century.

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About Sol White

“Some day the bar will drop and some good man will be chosen from out of the colored profession that will be a credit to all, and pave the way for others to follow.” – Sol White

Sol White was 78 years old in 1947 when Jackie Robinson shattered the major league color barrier. It marked the completion of a journey that White helped start in the 19th century.

The Basics

Year inducted
2006
Birth Place
Bellaire, Ohio
Birth Year
1868
Died
1955, Central Islip New York

Career at a Glance

Primary Team
Philadelphia Giants
Primary Position
Executive

Sol White Stories

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Forgotten History

Sol White helped change the face of baseball

Pre-Negro Leagues stars laid the foundation for integration

Forgotten History

Sol White helped change the face of baseball

Pre-Negro Leagues stars laid the foundation for integration

Forgotten History

Sol White helped change the face of baseball

Pre-Negro Leagues stars laid the foundation for integration