1953 Chicago Cubs
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1953 Chicago Cubs / Franchise: Chicago Cubs / BR Team Page[edit]
Record: 65-89, Finished 7th in National League (1953 NL)
Managed by Phil Cavarretta
Coaches: Ray Blades, Spud Davis, Roy Johnson and Charlie Root
History, Comments, Contributions[edit]
When former Negro Leagues players Gene Baker and Ernie Banks joined the 1953 Chicago Cubs in September, they became the first players in team history to break the color barrier; Banks preceded Baker by a few days, and both would be regulars starting in 1954.
Awards and Honors[edit]
- All-Stars: Ralph Kiner and Clyde McCullough
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