On September 1st, 1971 the Pittsburgh Pirates fielded the first all African American & Latino starting lineup in MLB History during a 10-7 victory over cross state rival Philadelphia. Leading off and playing second base, was Rennie Stennett; batting second and playing center field, Gene Clines; batting third and playing right field, Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente; batting cleanup and playing left field, ‘Pop's’ himself Willie Stargell; batting fifth and doing the catching, Manny Sanguillen; batting sixth and playing third base, Dave Cash; batting seventh and playing first base, Al ‘Scoop’ Oliver; batting eighth and playing shortstop, Jackie Hernandez; and batting ninth and pitching, Dock Ellis. The Pirates went on to win the World Series in 1971.
September 1st, 1971
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