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September 17-29, 1946: Newark Eagles get the best of Kansas City Monarchs in Negro League World Series – Society for American Baseball Research
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1945 Kansas City Monarchs - Seamheads Negro Leagues Database
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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August 13, 1945: KC Monarchs pay a 'royal' visit to Braves Field – Society for American Baseball Research
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September 17-29, 1946: Newark Eagles get the best of Kansas City Monarchs in Negro League World Series – Society for American Baseball Research
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August 29, 1948: Jackie Robinson hits for reverse natural cycle vs. Cardinals – Society for American Baseball Research
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J.L. Wilkinson stood out as the only white owner in the first official Negro League
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The Jerseys of Jackie Robinson, Part 1
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October 2, 1946: Jackie Robinson leads Montreal to thrilling 10-inning victory over Louisville – Society for American Baseball Research
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