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This statue honors Jackie Robinson's first Minor League game
A version of this story originally appeared on MiLB.com in 2009. We present it here as Major League Baseball commemorates the ...
Honoring Jackie Robinson’s Enduring Legacy: A Conversation With Ebbets' Sunny Chang
Ebbets Field Flannels is paying tribute to the life and legacy of Jackie Robinson and the many untold stories of the Negro ...
Texas baseball: Oliver Service takes pride in wearing Jackie Robinson's No. 42 jersey
As a Black baseball player, both Jackie Robinson and his old jersey number have a lot of meaning for Texas catcher Oliver ...
DeShaun Foster Discusses UCLA Legend Jackie Robinson's Impact
UCLA football coach DeShaun Foster has been a major advocate for honoring one of the greatest athletes and cultural figures ...
Beyond Jackie Robinson: Why MLB needs to recognize Larry Doby’s groundbreaking legacy
Honoring Cleveland's barrier-breaking legend would enhance, not diminish, baseball's celebration of integration pioneers.
When Rev. Jesse Jackson eulogized Jackie Robinson in 1972, he... - ESPN
When Rev. Jesse Jackson eulogized Jackie Robinson in 1972, he said, "He helped us to ascend, from misery to hope, on the muscles of his arms and the meaning of his life." The Dodgers' Robinson broke ...
Jazz Chisholm Jr. Pays Subtle Homage to Jackie Robinson During Yankees Game
Jazz Chisholm Jr. found the perfect way to pay homage Jackie Robinson on Tuesday during MLB's day to honor the legendary ...
Elly De La Cruz, others expected to wear Nike Griffey 2 MCS cleats on Jackie Robinson Day
Last year, the Reds' Elly De La Cruz wore custom Jordan 4 cleats with "JRD" and "42" on them for Jackie Robinson Day.