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- ↑ 1932 Little Rock Grays
- ↑ Anderson, R.J. (December 16, 2020). "MLB Elevates Negro Leagues to 'Major League' Status, Giving 'Overdue Recognition' to 3,400 Players". CBS Sports. Retrieved December 18, 2020.
