Crossword clue
“___ Howard, first Black player on the Yankees”
This clue appeared as 5-Down in the NYT Crossword on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
ELSTONLetters6
Starts withE
Ends withN
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “___ Howard, first Black player on the Yankees” ran in the NYT Crossword on June 6, 2026 as 5-Down. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with E and ends with N.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “___ Howard, first Black player on the Yankees” clue?+
The answer is ELSTON (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of June 6, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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