1950 – Havana (Florida International League) wins its fifth straight pennant. Miami, managed by Pepper Martin, finishes second.

On September 3, 1950 — 1950 – Havana (Florida International League) wins its fifth straight pennant. Miami, managed by Pepper Martin, finishes second.

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