The first episode in Ken Burns spectacular documentary of Americas favorite pastime takes us from baseballs origins in the 1840s to the dawning of a new century, when glorious moments were captured in still photos rather than newsreel footage. Learn about the valuable contributions of Albert Goodwill Spaulding and Harry Wright, and recall some of the centurys great players such as King Kelly, Cap Anson, and Cy Young. Burns highlights great teams like the Cincinnati Red Stockings and the Baltimore Orioles, and provides the background of those less glorious moments, when Moses Fleetwood Walker and all other Negroes were expelled from the major leagues. Also told is the story of John Montgomery Wards efforts to establish a players union. Ken Burns Baseball: Inning 1 -- Our Game is a powerful and informative first inning for this classic baseball series. ~ Katie Tamms, All Movie Guide