History: The New York Black Yankees started as an independent team in 1932 and then joined the Negro National League in 1936. When the American League Yankees were on the road the Black Yankees used The House That Ruth Built as their home field.
Product Details:
- Made in the USA
- Negro National League
- Exact reproduction of the team jacket worn by the New York Black Yankees in 1940
- 100% wool body
- Tan leather sleeves and pocket piping
- Wool knit cuffs, collar and waistband
- Button front
- Felt applique emblem on chest
- Rayon lining
- Item #: NYB40J