Which owner stated 'The trend there is all Negro' in relation to the relocation?

Which owner stated 'The trend there is all Negro' in relation to the relocation?

• A. Walter O'Malley
• B. Jerry Jones
• C. Mike Ilitch
• D. James Dolan

Answer: (A)

This item highlights how racial attitudes influenced major sports decisions, specifically a controversial remark tied to moving a franchise. The quote comes from Walter O'Malley, the owner of the Brooklyn Dodgers, who relocated the team to Los Angeles in 1957. This move is a pivotal moment in sports history, illustrating how demographics and racist stereotypes of the era were used to justify franchise decisions and shape the geography of professional baseball. The other owners listed—Jerry Jones, Mike Ilitch, and James Dolan—were not involved in this relocation and are not associated with this statement.

This item highlights how racial attitudes influenced major sports decisions, specifically a controversial remark tied to moving a franchise. The quote comes from Walter O'Malley, the owner of the Brooklyn Dodgers, who relocated the team to Los Angeles in 1957. This move is a pivotal moment in sports history, illustrating how demographics and racist stereotypes of the era were used to justify franchise decisions and shape the geography of professional baseball. The other owners listed—Jerry Jones, Mike Ilitch, and James Dolan—were not involved in this relocation and are not associated with this statement.