Wendell Smith (March 23, 1914 – November 26, 1972) was a noted African American sportswriter who was influential in the choice of Jackie Robinson to become the first African American player in Major League Baseball in the 20th century. The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum currently hosts a web archive and exhibit based on their collection of Smith's writings.
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23 March 1914
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26 November 1972 (aged 58)
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