Bo Smokla
Author
Pub. Date
2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Description
Fans watch sporting events every day. But only a few are truly unforgettable. In 1887 the Newark Little Giants were to play against the Chicago White Stockings. Set to be starting pitcher was George Stovey, a black pitcher. But the manager of Chicago's team refused to allow his team play against a team with a black player.