On this day, Emmett Ashford made history by becoming the first African American to umpire a Major League Baseball game. Officiating the season opener between the Washington Senators and the Cleveland Indians, Ashford broke racial barriers in professional sports officiating. Known for his energetic style and authoritative presence, he paved the way for greater diversity in umpiring across professional baseball.
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