July 8, 1949: Hank Thompson, Monte Irvin debut for Giants in loss to Dodgers – Society for American Baseball Research

Hank Thompson: 1954 World Champion New York Giants Third Baseman (1947-1956)

Irvin and Thompson debut for Giants

Sold at Auction: July 8, 1949 Dodgers vs. Giants ticket stub - Monte Irvin debut and the first African American pitcher/batter matchup.

Hank Thompson: 1954 World Champion New York Giants Third Baseman (1947-1956)

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Irvin and Thompson debut for Giants

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