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MLB honors Jackie Robinson's legacy, 79th anniversary of his debut

LA Dodgers

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

LA Dodgers

Here is how MLB and the Dodgers are celebrating Jackie Robinson Day 2026

fromESPN.com

MLB honors Jackie Robinson's legacy, 79th anniversary of his debut

Jackie Robinson's legacy is honored annually, recognizing his role in breaking baseball's color barrier and inspiring future generations.

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

Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in MLB on April 15, 1947, making his debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

Here is how MLB and the Dodgers are celebrating Jackie Robinson Day 2026

April 15 marks Jackie Robinson Day, celebrating his legacy and contributions to baseball and American history.

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fromESPN.com

The legacy of Jackie Robinson, baseball's greatest change agent

Jackie Robinson, while not the best player in the Negro Leagues, was chosen for his resilience and character to break baseball's color barrier.

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Signed; Vin Scully Misses 2012 Home Opener & Dodger Stadium First Game

April 10 marks significant events in Dodgers history, including Jackie Robinson's contract purchase in 1947 and Vin Scully's absence in 2012.

New York Mets

fromDodgers Nation

ESPN Star Returning to Baseball for One Special Game

Joe Buck will return to broadcast a special baseball game on April 15, honoring Jackie Robinson, after stepping back from baseball coverage.

#baseball-integration

New York Yankees

fromCentral Current

2 months ago

Sean Kirst: Eighty years after Jackie Robinson's minor league heroics, a spotlight on his courage and pain in Syracuse

Syracuse's current baseball team, the Mets, directly descends from the Montreal Royals who signed Jackie Robinson in 1946, making the city integral to breaking baseball's color barrier.

7 months ago

LA Dodgers

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Signed, Mike Piazza Voted Rookie Of The Year & World Series Record

New York Yankees

fromCentral Current

2 months ago

Sean Kirst: Eighty years after Jackie Robinson's minor league heroics, a spotlight on his courage and pain in Syracuse

Syracuse's current baseball team, the Mets, directly descends from the Montreal Royals who signed Jackie Robinson in 1946, making the city integral to breaking baseball's color barrier.

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7 months ago

LA Dodgers

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Signed, Mike Piazza Voted Rookie Of The Year & World Series Record

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Featured On Wheaties Cereal Boxes

Jackie Robinson was honored with three Wheaties boxes in 1997 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of breaking Major League Baseball's color barrier.

fromLos Angeles Times

Letters to Sports: Dodgers visiting White House fires up usual debate

Dodgers should decline a White House visit because attending would endorse actions contradicting Jackie Robinson's legacy and dishonor those who fought for freedom.

#civil-rights

fromLos Angeles Times

US politics

Commentary: In these times, Jackie Robinson's team should not grace the White House

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.

fromLos Angeles Times

US politics

Commentary: In these times, Jackie Robinson's team should not grace the White House

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.

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Voted Into Baseball Hall Of Fame

Jackie Robinson was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962 after a groundbreaking, Hall of Fame career with the Brooklyn Dodgers and enduring MLB legacy.

Brooklyn

5 months ago

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Retires After Trade To Giants

Jackie Robinson broke Major League Baseball's color barrier in 1947, starred ten seasons with the Brooklyn Dodgers, and retired in 1956 to pursue business opportunities.

6 months ago

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Named 1949 NL MVP

Jackie Robinson won the 1949 National League MVP, becoming the first African-American MVP, delivering a career-best season and cementing a lasting Dodgers legacy.

fromBattery Power

7 months ago

This Day in Braves History: Braves beat Dodgers to go to 2021 World Series

1945 - Branch Rickey announces the signing of Jackie Robinson and John Wright by the Brooklyn Dodgers organization to a contract with Triple-A Montreal of the International League for 1946. The two will be the first black players to play in Organized Baseball this century (with a couple of brief exceptions) and Robinson will be the first in the National League or American League since 1884, paving the way for integration.

Major League Baseball

8 months 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.

Brooklyn

10 months ago

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Inducted Into Baseball Hall Of Fame

Jackie Robinson was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame on July 23, 1962, as a first-ballot selection.

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.

Miami Marlins

fromwww.theguardian.com

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

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

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.

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Miami Marlins

fromMiami Herald