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Discover the untold story of Moses Fleetwood Walker, the first openly Black player in Major League Baseball. On May 1, 1884, Walker debuted as a catcher for the Toledo Blue Stockings, breaking baseball’s color barrier over 60 years before Jackie Robinson. Despite relentless racism and adversity, Walker played 42 games, hit .263, and paved the way for future generations. After baseball, he became a successful businessman, inventor, and advocate for Black empowerment. Join us as we explore Walker’s inspiring journey, his impact on sports and society, and why his legacy deserves to be remembered.

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