Thursday, July 28, 2011

1954 Bowman Ernie Banks


Ernie Banks debuted on the Cubs in September of 1953. He was the first African American ball player on the Cubs. Appearing in a game 3 days earlier than second baseman Gene Baker. In 1954 he was second in Rookie of the Year voting behind Cardinal outfielder Wally Moon.


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