Ahead of their time, the Monarchs had a minor league affiliate and are credited with being the first baseball team to hold night games when they brought a portable lighting system to games beginning in 1930. Notable Players Ernie Banks (#28) Cool Papa Bell (#18) Satchel Paige (#25) Jackie Robinson (#5) Buck O'Neil (#22) This product is an historical representation of the defunct team in the description. The product is in no way affiliated with any existing team, league or other organization.
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Monarchs Block Letters NLB Jersey - Gray (1945) - Medium - Royal Retros
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Kansas City Monarchs Monarchs to Grays to Crawfords
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Jackie Robinson's story seldom includes Kansas City's role
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September 17-29, 1946: Newark Eagles get the best of Kansas City
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5 Jackie Robinson Kansas City Monarchs Jersey, Negro League
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Kansas City Monarchs Monarchs to Grays to Crawfords
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Kansas City Monarchs Monarchs to Grays to Crawfords
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1945 Kansas City Monarchs, No. 5 Jackie Robinson – Oldtime
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Kansas City Monarchs Crown Logo, Vintage Baseball
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1945 Kansas City Monarchs, No. 5 Jackie Robinson – Oldtime