In the modern era of Major League Baseball, the integration process began when Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in 1947, transitioning from the Kansas City Monarchs to the Brooklyn Dodgers. However, the statistics of Negro League baseball players were not officially incorporated into the Major League Baseball record books until recently, marking a long-overdue recognition.
The legendary players from the Negro Leagues have now made a significant impact on the record books, surpassing even iconic figures like Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb in various major categories. Babe Ruth, known for his career slugging percentage, and Ty Cobb, renowned for his batting average, have now been surpassed by players like Josh Gibson, a power-hitting catcher from the Negro Leagues.
