The Forgotten League, Ep. 3: Call and Response
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To draw crowds to their games, Black baseball players develop a signature style of play. It captivates audiences around the world — even gets the attention of one of Latin America's most notorious dictators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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