In 1972, Gibson's accomplishments were recognized, along with Buck Leonard's, and they became the second and third players, behind Satchel Paige, inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame for their outstanding careers in the Negro leagues.
Gibson's accomplishments were recognized. This was in 1972. This was along with Buck Leonard's. They became the second and third players. This was behind Satchel Paige. This was in 1972. Satchel Paige was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame for their outstanding careers in the Negro leagues.