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	Don Newcombe (left) and Jackie Robinson paved the way for today's black players. (AP)

Reflecting on Black History Month
Black History Month is many things to many people, but above all it is a time to reflect on the accomplishments of those who fought to make life better for us all -- pursuing social equality from bus routes to baseball diamonds. Full story >

Negro Leagues legend Buck O'Neil	Mets manager Art Howe on Willie Stargell
Cliff Floyd on Black History Month	Billy Sample talks to Sharon Robinson: 56K \| 300K
Rod Carew on Black History Month	Gary Sheffield on Black History Month

	Anaheim Angels: Figgins recalls softball team Baltimore Orioles: Rodgers a leader for O's Boston Red Sox: Jackson setting an example Chicago White Sox: Williams driven by one desire Cleveland Indians: Indians ace Sabathia reflects Detroit Tigers: Young has a sense of history KC Royals: Harvey takes nothing for granted Minnesota Twins: Hunter respects trailblazers New York Yankees: History important to Randolph Oakland Athletics: Dye a late-blooming student Seattle Mariners: McCracken proud of his heritage Tampa Bay Rays: Negro Leagues inspire Crawford Texas Rangers: Jordan serious about sharing Toronto Blue Jays: Woods' perspective is unique

	• Morgan leans on past for guidance • Dodgers' Aldridge benefits from experience • Elston Howard featured on Yankeeography

Black History Month 2003
MLB.com presented features from all 30 clubs, plus special interviews on MLB.com Radio.

	Arizona Diamondbacks: Game in Hairston's blood Atlanta Braves: Pendleton living Dr. King's dream Chicago Cubs: Clines reflects on making history Cincinnati Reds: Morgan leans on past for guidance Colorado Rockies: C.J. following his heroes Florida Marlins Willis: A time to reflect on past Houston Astros: Harper celebrates her heritage LA Dodgers: Aldridge benefits from experience Milwaukee Brewers: Hall takes message to kids Montreal Expos: Montreal significant to Raines New York Mets: Cameron learns from history Philadelphia Phillies: Glanville's history lesson Pittsburgh Pirates: McClendon appreciates his role San Diego Padres: For Winfield, inclusion is everything San Francisco Giants: Blue sends a powerful message St. Louis Cardinals: Anderson remembers the past

Negro Leagues legacy
MLB.com looks back on the Negro Leagues, with features on popular players, team histories, photo galleries, multimedia and more.