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LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
5 days ago

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson, Steve Garvey, Eric Gagne & Vin Scully

Aug. 28 marks Jackie Robinson's meeting with Branch Rickey, Steve Garvey's five extra-base hits, Eric Gagné's save streak, and Vin Scully's comeback.
#baseball
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 months ago

MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson's legacy on 78th anniversary of breaking color barrier

Jackie Robinson's legacy as the first African American MLB player continues to inspire players, fans, and communities, highlighted on Jackie Robinson Day.
LA Dodgers
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

MLB honors Robinson: 'Keeping his legacy burning'

Jackie Robinson's legacy as a barrier-breaker in baseball continues to inspire players, staff, and fans alike today.
New York Yankees
fromPinstripe Alley
4 months ago

New York Yankees vs. Kansas City Royals: Max Fried vs. Michael Wacha

Celebrate Jackie Robinson's transformative legacy in sports history.
MLB's corporate acknowledgment of Robinson often falls short.
Jackie Robinson's impact connects diverse communities through baseball.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 months ago

MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson's legacy on 78th anniversary of breaking color barrier

Jackie Robinson's legacy as the first African American MLB player continues to inspire players, fans, and communities, highlighted on Jackie Robinson Day.
LA Dodgers
fromESPN.com
4 months ago

MLB honors Robinson: 'Keeping his legacy burning'

Jackie Robinson's legacy as a barrier-breaker in baseball continues to inspire players, staff, and fans alike today.
New York Yankees
fromPinstripe Alley
4 months ago

New York Yankees vs. Kansas City Royals: Max Fried vs. Michael Wacha

Celebrate Jackie Robinson's transformative legacy in sports history.
MLB's corporate acknowledgment of Robinson often falls short.
Jackie Robinson's impact connects diverse communities through baseball.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
2 months ago

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Steals Home Plate; MLB Home Run Record Tied

Jackie Robinson stole home plate for the first time in his Major League career on June 24, 1947, marking a historic moment in baseball.
Robinson's base running prowess contributed significantly to his career achievements, including over 197 total stolen bases.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
2 months ago

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Awarded Honorary Degree; Roy Campanella Steals Home

Howard University awarded honorary degrees to Martin Luther King, Jr. and Jackie Robinson, highlighting their intertwined legacies in civil rights and baseball.
Miami Marlins
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Jackie Robinson mural in Miami defaced with racial slurs and swastikas

Miami murals honoring baseball legends were vandalized with hate symbols, prompting investigations into the incident as a hate crime.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

The 44 Percent: Dorsey Park hate crime, Crump and Crockett come to Miami Gardens

This was an act of hate, but it will not define us. This mural was born from a community's pride, history, and power. We will restore it-stronger, bolder, and with even more purpose.
Miami food
fromDodger Blue
2 months ago

This Day In Dodgers History: Roy Campanella, Sandy Koufax And Jackie Robinson Jersey Numbers Retired

Robinson's iconic jersey number is also retired throughout Major League Baseball, and April 15 is designated as Jackie Robinson Day, celebrated by all players in his honor.
LA Dodgers
Miami Marlins
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Jackie Robinson mural defaced at Overtown park where Negro League once played

The mural of Jackie Robinson in Miami was defaced with hate symbols, prompting community calls for increased police presence.
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Jackie Robinson statue among six state-funded projects planned for Hudson Square | amNewYork

The funding will support six projects aimed at revitalizing the roughly 33-block neighborhood at the entrance to the Holland Tunnel.
NYC politics
from48 hills
4 months ago

Drama Masks: The rolling triumph of 'Two Trains Running' - 48 hills

The removal of Jackie Robinson's name symbolizes a deliberate attempt to rewrite history and reinforce systemic racism.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Letters to Sports: Dodgers continue to be agents of controversy

The Dodgers' visit to Trump normalized controversial actions and contradicted their celebration of diversity.
Hernández critiques the Dodgers for their inconsistency between meeting Trump and honoring Jackie Robinson.
#mlb
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
4 months ago

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Makes MLB Debut & Breaks Color Barrier

Jackie Robinson broke MLB's color barrier on April 15, 1947, debuting with the Brooklyn Dodgers and impacting sports history profoundly.
New York Mets
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Mets should be home more for Jackie Robinson Day | Op-ed | amNewYork

The Mets commemorate Jackie Robinson Day, reflecting on his historical impact and legacy in baseball.
Major League Baseball
fromMLB Trade Rumors
4 months ago

The Opener: Jackie Robinson Day, Injured List Placements, MLBTR Chat

Jackie Robinson Day honors Robinson's impact on baseball and civil rights, with all teams wearing his number.
Injuries to key players in the Pirates and Mets will likely lead to roster changes.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
4 months ago

Opinion: Honoring Jackie Robinson Requires More Than Symbolic Gestures From Dodgers & MLB

Despite celebrating Jackie Robinson's legacy with ceremonies, actions by MLB and the Dodgers fail to truly honor his contributions.
Major League Baseball involved clubs in celebrations, yet issues like the DOJ's removal of Robinson's military story reflect deeper shortcomings.
LA Dodgers
fromdodgersdigest.com
4 months ago

Rockies @ Dodgers April 15, 2025: A rather awkward Jackie Robinson Day

Celebrating Jackie Robinson Day is important, but the lack of engagement with its deeper social issues is concerning.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
4 months ago

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Makes MLB Debut & Breaks Color Barrier

Jackie Robinson broke MLB's color barrier on April 15, 1947, debuting with the Brooklyn Dodgers and impacting sports history profoundly.
New York Mets
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Mets should be home more for Jackie Robinson Day | Op-ed | amNewYork

The Mets commemorate Jackie Robinson Day, reflecting on his historical impact and legacy in baseball.
Major League Baseball
fromMLB Trade Rumors
4 months ago

The Opener: Jackie Robinson Day, Injured List Placements, MLBTR Chat

Jackie Robinson Day honors Robinson's impact on baseball and civil rights, with all teams wearing his number.
Injuries to key players in the Pirates and Mets will likely lead to roster changes.
New York Mets
fromBattery Power
4 months ago

This Day in Braves History: Sean Kazmar goes 12 full seasons between big league appearances

The Atlanta Braves have a rich history marked by significant moments and legendary players throughout major league baseball.
Notable events include Jackie Robinson's first major league hit and the Braves' record-setting start in 1988.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Pentagon official, who was sidelined after removal of Jackie Robinson post, resigns

I made clear to Secretary [Pete] Hegseth before the inauguration that I was not interested in being number two to anyone in public affairs.
Retirement
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
4 months ago

Kareem-Abdul Jabbar gives speech for Jackie Robinson Day at Dodger Stadium

The Dodgers honor Jackie Robinson by visiting his statue on each Jackie Robinson Day, promoting awareness and education on his legacy.
#kareem-abdul-jabbar
Major League Baseball
fromChicago Sun-Times
4 months ago

'You get one shot. You know it's your one shot,' former White Sox VP Ken Williams says of Black MLB execs

Jackie Robinson Day highlights the stark lack of Black representation in MLB, with only 6% of players identifying as Black.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Baseball was their glue': Jackie Robinson's deep bond with LA's Japanese Americans

Jackie Robinson's legacy includes lifelong friendships and solidarity with his Japanese American neighbors during adversity.
Atlanta Braves
fromBattery Power
4 months ago

This Day in Braves History: Hank Aaron becomes the first player to have his number retired by two teams

Hank Aaron's number 44 was retired by two teams, emphasizing his monumental impact on baseball.
Jackie Robinson's debut in 1947 was a historic moment for MLB and civil rights.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Today in History: April 15, the Titanic sinks in the North Atlantic

On April 15, 1912, the RMS Titanic sank after hitting an iceberg on its maiden voyage, resulting in over 1,500 fatalities and only 710 survivors. This tragedy dramatically highlighted the need for maritime safety improvements.
World news
fromABC7 Chicago
4 months ago

Former White Sox player to celebrate Jackie Robinson Day with high school athletes

The likelihood of Jackie Robinson playing Major League Baseball at that time did not seem real. But it ended up happening.
Chicago White Sox
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