Emmett Ashford, 1966 (SABR-Rucker Archive)

April 11, 1966: Emmett Ashford makes history as first Black umpire in American League

Opening Day on April 11, 1966, at D.C. Stadium in Washington…

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The New York Mets were hosting the Miami Marlins for their home…
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