MLB to honor Negro Leagues with historic game at Rickwood Field

As the nation is set to mark Juneteenth on Wednesday, TODAY’s Craig Melvin visits historic Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama, where the MLB will hold the first regular season game played at the oldest ballpark in the country to honor the Negro Leagues. Craig also meets with 99-year old Bill Greason, the first Black pitcher in St. Louis Cardinals history. » Subscribe to TODAY: @TODAY About: TODAY brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on money, health and parenting. We wake up every morning to give you and your family all you need to start your day. If it matters to you, it matters to us. We are in the people business. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive TODAY archival footage & our original web series. Connect with TODAY Online! Visit TODAY’s Website: Find TODAY on Facebook: Follow TODAY on Twitter: Follow TODAY on Instagram: