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Wesley Branch Rickey and Lorenzo Bundy will be inducted into the Albuquerque Professional Baseball Hall of Fame on June 27, honoring their lasting contributions to the city’s baseball heritage.
Bob Skinner, a Hall of Fame‑caliber figure in Major League Baseball, passed away on May 4 at the age of 94 in San Diego. His 12‑season playing career, three‑time All‑Star status, and later managerial roles left an indelible mark on the sport.
In a recent interview with WVIA News, author Marjorie Maddox discusses how her great‑granduncle, Branch Rickey, signed Jackie Robinson and stood up for civil rights, a story she weaves into a new book aimed at inspiring young readers.