On this day in 1966, Emmett Ashford becomes the first black umpire in major league history in the Indians 5-2 win over the Senators.
"Listen," said the stadium guard according to a news account from the time, "there are no Negro umpires in the major leagues."
"Well, there will be," Ashford said, "if you let me into the park."
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4 comments:
Very cool anny to celebrate. Have you read Bob Motley's book? Well worth a look.
CC,
No, but thanks for the reference.
Kevin
Ashford's reply was spot on.
A classic response.
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