We are the ship 1st & 2nd Inning

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What does the term 'rival' mean in the context of sports leagues?

Back

The competition; one who tries to equal or outdo another.

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What innovations were created by players in the Negro leagues due to injuries?

Back

Wooden shin guards and baseball helmets.

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What action did African American baseball players take when banned from Professional Leagues?

Back

They created their own league.

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What does the term 'founded' mean in the context of establishing a league?

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Established, started.

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What does 'buffoonery' refer to in the context of baseball teams?

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Goofing around, foolishness.

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What was the significance of the Negro leagues in American baseball history?

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They provided a platform for African American players to showcase their talents when barred from Major League Baseball.

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How did the formation of rival leagues impact the dynamics of baseball during the era of segregation?

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It created competition and opportunities for African American players, challenging the status quo of racial segregation in sports.

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What role did injuries play in the development of safety equipment in baseball?

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Injuries led players to innovate protective gear like shin guards and helmets to enhance player safety.

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What does the term 'clowning' refer to in the context of baseball teams?

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Performing comedic acts or antics that detracted from the seriousness of the game.

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Why were teams that engaged in clowning not allowed in the league?

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Their acts were considered too much like the foolishness seen in movies, undermining the professionalism of the league.