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Larry Doby - Students, Britannica Kids
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This day in history — July 5
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It's time to honour Larry Doby, the first Black player in the American League
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On This Day, July 5: Larry Doby becomes 1st Black player in MLB's American League
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AL ROSEN 1953 MVP INDIANS LARRY DOBY FIRST BLACK AMERICAN LEAGUE PLAYER 8x10
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Izenberg: Larry Doby should be honored by Newark