| So much of baseball history is intertwined with the legacy of the Negro Leagues that it's hard to believe how many of these great players remain virtually anonymous to most fans of the game. One of the best players in the leagues' history, Monte Irvin, has helped to correct that injustice by identifying the five greatest players at each position as well as paying homage to the great coaches, owners, and teams. Sure, you'll find Jackie Robinson, Satchel Paige, and Josh Gibson in this book--as you well should--but you will also come across some names you've never seen before, and you'll likely be stunned by what these players accomplished in virtual obscurity and under adverse conditions. |
