1954 Topps #81 Dave Hoskins RC ⭐ MLB Pioneer
Dave Hoskins was a trailblazing pitcher who broke barriers in both the Negro Leagues and Major League Baseball. Known for his poise and control on the mound, Hoskins became the first Black player in the Texas League in 1952, enduring intense racism with grace while dominating hitters. He went on to pitch for the Cleveland Indians, becoming one of the early African American players in the American League. Hoskins’ courage and talent helped pave the way for greater integration in professional baseball.