"April 15 is one of the most important dates as it represents when Jackie Robinson made his Major League debut and broke the color barrier. MLB and the Los Angeles Dodgers once again have a day full of tributes."
"MLB plans to unveil a new campaign, 'We Are Jackie,' across the league's outlets, including MLB Network, MLB.com and MLB.TV; Fox, ESPN and NBC, and MLB-owned social media channels."
"'Jackie is not just baseball history, he is America's history,' Sabathia says in the video, emphasizing Robinson's inspiring combination of courage, determination and excellence."
"Established on the historic site of Dodgertown in Vero Beach, Fla., the Jackie Robinson Training Complex (JRTC) is hosting a wide array of events across multiple days."
April 15 commemorates Jackie Robinson's Major League debut and the breaking of the color barrier. MLB and the Dodgers honor this day with tributes, including players wearing No. 42 in Dodger Blue. On-field personnel will wear royal blue '42' socks and New Era Caps with a '42' side patch. MLB launches the 'We Are Jackie' campaign, narrated by CC Sabathia, highlighting Robinson's impact. The Jackie Robinson Training Complex hosts events, including a Minor League game and the Trailblazer Series for young female baseball players.
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