Formed in 1907, the club lasted only four years, as St. Paul proved to be too small a market for Negro Baseball. The Gophers' most notable achievement came in 1909, when they defeated the Leland Giants, then considered to be the best Negro Baseball team. Independent Black Club Exact reproduction of the 1907 St. Paul Colored Gophers jersey Authentic navy baseball wool flannel Byron collar Felt applique lettering No number on back Made in USA Chest Size Size 34 36 Small 38 40 Medium 42 44 Large 46 48 X Large 50 52 XX Large