The Pittsburgh Crawfords were a professional baseball team based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The team was a member of the Negro National League from 1931 to 1938. The Crawfords were known for their strong roster of talented African American players, including Hall of Famers such as Josh Gibson, Cool Papa Bell, Oscar Charleston, and Judy Johnson.
The team won the Negro National League championship in 1935 and 1936, and also played in the Negro League World Series in 1935 and 1936. The Crawfords were known for their high level of play and were considered one of the top teams in the Negro Leagues during their existence.
In addition to their success on the field, the Crawfords were also known for their contributions to the integration of baseball. Team owner Gus Greenlee was a prominent figure in the Negro Leagues and played a key role in promoting African American players.
The Pittsburgh Crawfords disbanded in 1938 due to financial difficulties, but their legacy lives on as one of the most successful and iconic teams in Negro League history.
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