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This Day In Dodgers History: Roy Campanella & Johnny Podres Statues Unveiled At Baseball Hall Of Fame

The 1955 World Series was a significant triumph for the Brooklyn Dodgers.
Johnny Podres and Roy Campanella played key roles in the Dodgers' victory.

This Day In Dodgers History: Pee Wee Reese Elected Into Baseball Hall Of Fame

Harold Pee Wee Reese elected to Baseball Hall of Fame by Special Veterans Committee.
Gil Hodges, Dodgers legend, inducted into the Hall of Fame by Golden Days Era Committee.

Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Signs Largest Contract in Franchise History On This Day in 1950

Jackie Robinson signed the largest deal in Brooklyn Dodgers history in 1950, worth $35,000.
Robinson's role in integrating baseball is priceless, and his impact on the sport goes beyond his salary.

The nine Mets players who were also Brooklyn Dodgers

The New York Mets tried to claim the history of the Brooklyn Dodgers and New York Giants when they started in 1962.
Only nine former Brooklyn Dodgers players ended up playing for the Mets, with six of them on the 1962 squad.

This Day In Dodgers History: Roy Campanella Voted Into Baseball Hall Of Fame

Roy Campanella was voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1969, receiving 79.4% of the BBWAA ballots.
Campanella was considered one of the greatest catchers in baseball history and played a significant role in breaking the color barrier with teammate Jackie Robinson.

This Day In Dodgers History: Casey Stengel Hired As Manager

Casey Stengel struggled as Brooklyn Dodgers manager, never achieving a winning record.
Stengel found immense success managing the New York Yankees, winning multiple World Series and pennants.

This Day In Dodgers History: Roy Campanella & Johnny Podres Statues Unveiled At Baseball Hall Of Fame

The 1955 World Series was a significant triumph for the Brooklyn Dodgers.
Johnny Podres and Roy Campanella played key roles in the Dodgers' victory.

This Day In Dodgers History: Pee Wee Reese Elected Into Baseball Hall Of Fame

Harold Pee Wee Reese elected to Baseball Hall of Fame by Special Veterans Committee.
Gil Hodges, Dodgers legend, inducted into the Hall of Fame by Golden Days Era Committee.

Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Signs Largest Contract in Franchise History On This Day in 1950

Jackie Robinson signed the largest deal in Brooklyn Dodgers history in 1950, worth $35,000.
Robinson's role in integrating baseball is priceless, and his impact on the sport goes beyond his salary.

The nine Mets players who were also Brooklyn Dodgers

The New York Mets tried to claim the history of the Brooklyn Dodgers and New York Giants when they started in 1962.
Only nine former Brooklyn Dodgers players ended up playing for the Mets, with six of them on the 1962 squad.

This Day In Dodgers History: Roy Campanella Voted Into Baseball Hall Of Fame

Roy Campanella was voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1969, receiving 79.4% of the BBWAA ballots.
Campanella was considered one of the greatest catchers in baseball history and played a significant role in breaking the color barrier with teammate Jackie Robinson.

This Day In Dodgers History: Casey Stengel Hired As Manager

Casey Stengel struggled as Brooklyn Dodgers manager, never achieving a winning record.
Stengel found immense success managing the New York Yankees, winning multiple World Series and pennants.
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This Day In Dodgers History: Roy Campanella Named 1953 NL MVP

Roy Campanella was named the National League MVP in 1953, his second time winning the award.
Campanella's 1953 season was a bounce-back campaign after struggling with injuries the previous year.
The Dodgers annually present the Roy Campanella Award to a player who exemplifies Campanella's spirit and leadership.

This Day In Dodgers History: Walter Alston Hired As Brooklyn Manager

Walter Alston was hired as the manager for the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1954 and remained manager until 1976.
Alston led the Dodgers to four World Series titles and was named National League Manager of the Year six times.
Tommy Lasorda, who played and coached under Alston, succeeded him as manager and won two more World Series titles for the Dodgers.
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