1955 Topps #103, Charlie White RC ⭐ MLB Pioneer.
1954 Johnston Cookies #24, Charlie White RC ⭐ MLB Pioneer
Charlie White was born on August 12, 1928, which is 97 years ago today.
Charlie White was a talented catcher and MLB Pioneer who began his career in the Negro Leagues, most notably with the Chicago American Giants, before making the jump to the MLB in 1954, with the Milwaukee Braves. White’s journey reflected both his skill behind the plate and great perseverance, a trait shared with of many Negro League stars whose prime years came before MLB integration. While his major league tenure was brief, his role as a bridge between the Negro Leagues and the big leagues underscores his place in MLB integration.