Rube Foster
Baseball manager and player; founder of Negro Leagues
Born
September 17th, 1879
145 years ago
Died
December 9th, 1930
94 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Played professional baseball primarily as a pitcher and later transitioned into management. Founded the Negro National League in 1920, which offered opportunities to African American players during the segregation era in baseball. Managed the Chicago American Giants, securing multiple pennants and fostering talent within the league. Foster's organizational skills helped establish a structure that uplifted black baseball in America.
Founded the Negro National League
Managed the Chicago American Giants
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