What was the "gentleman's agreement" in baseball?
Prevented non-white players
Salary cap
Free agency
Draft system
Answer
The "gentleman's agreement" in baseball was an informal understanding that prevented non-white players from participating in Major League Baseball. This agreement was in place from the late 19th century until 1947, when Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier. The agreement was never written down, but it was widely understood and enforced by team owners and managers.
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