Recognition of Negro League Statistics in Major League Baseball
Major League Baseball is set to officially recognize statistics from the Negro Leagues and incorporate them into its own data, elevating players like Josh Gibson to be considered one of MLB's all-time greats.
Key Points
- Negro League stats officially recognized as 'major league' by MLB in 2020
- Josh Gibson now considered one of MLB's all-time greats
- MLB working with Elias Sports Bureau to incorporate Negro League stats
Pros
- Recognition of overlooked historical contributions
- Honoring the legacy of Negro League players
- Correcting a past injustice
Cons
- Challenges in accurately determining historical statistics
- Potential controversies in comparing records across different leagues