A look at the shakeup of some long-held records, and at some notable Texans who played in the Negro Leagues
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In 1939, eight years before Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier, Washington Senators owner Clark Griffith asked Leonard if he wanted to play in the major leagues. But nothing came of the meeting. Thirteen years later, at age 45, Leonard was offered a contract to play in the major leagues. He knew that age was against him and declined the offer.
He was a versatile player who batted over .300 most years. He combined speed, a strong arm and fielding instincts to become a standout center fielder. He also managed several teams during his 40-year career.was born in Calvert, Texas, and began his career pitching with the Waco Yellow Jackets. Later, he moved to Chicago, where he became the most dominant pitcher in Black baseball for nearly a decade.
a tall, lanky right-handed native of Seguin, Texas, began his career pitching for the San Antonio Black Bronchos.
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