This Day in History: Elston Howard Breaks Yankees’ Color Barrier in 1955

On April 14, 1955, Elston Howard made by becoming the first African American player to join the Yankees, breaking the team’s color barrier nearly a decade after Jackie Robinson integrated Major League with the Dodgers.

Howard began his professional career with the Kansas City Monarchs of the Negro American League at age 19. Two years later, he signed with the Yankees and played in their minor league system before being called up.

In addition to his groundbreaking debut, Howard went on to become the first African American player to win the American League Most Valuable Player award, earning the honor in 1963. His legacy paved the way for future generations in pinstripes and beyond.


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