Phil Rizutto, who is on the panel this week, was the mystery guest on the very first episode of "What's My Line?"
F i l t e r & S o r t Filter & Sort
Many early minority baseball teams were able to survive and even profit by barnstorming small towns and playing local semi-pro teams as well as league games. Some early dominant teams did not join a league since they could pull in larger profits independently. Prior to the creation of the Negro National League in 1920, early leagues were specifically structured as minor leagues.
I sincerely appreciate the research work, and the information being shared. It is important and interesting history.