Jackie Robinson

2024 - 4 - 15

Celebrating the Legacy of Jackie Robinson: A Baseball Icon

baseball - Jackie Robinson - MLB - racial segregation

Discover how Jackie Robinson's impact continues to be celebrated in Major League Baseball with tributes and reflections on his groundbreaking achievements.

Jackie Robinson, the legendary baseball player who broke Major League Baseball's color barrier, is still honored and celebrated each year in the MLB. Every April 15th, players across the league pay tribute by wearing his iconic number 42. Robinson's historic debut on April 15, 1947, with the Brooklyn Dodgers marked the beginning of the end of racial segregation in baseball.

On the recent 77th anniversary of Jackie Robinson Day, teams like the Baltimore Orioles and the Los Angeles Dodgers paid homage to his legacy. The Orioles donned 'Breaking Barriers' shirts, highlighting Robinson's impact in breaking racial barriers in sports. Meanwhile, the Dodgers celebrated with special events and tributes.

One unique tribute came from former Dodgers player Orel Hershiser, who purchased a painting featuring Jackie Robinson. This painting, along with various other icons, serves as a reminder of Robinson's lasting influence in the world of sports and civil rights.

As we honor Jackie Robinson's legacy, it's important to reflect on his enduring impact not only in baseball but also in society. His courage and determination continue to inspire future generations to break barriers and strive for equality in all aspects of life.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Le Journal de Montréal"

[EN PHOTOS] Journée Jackie-Robinson dans le baseball majeur ... (Le Journal de Montréal)

C'est devenu une tradition: les joueurs du baseball majeur portent tous le numéro 42, en l'honneur de Jackie Robinson, le 15 avril de chaque saison.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Sportsnet.ca"

Jackie Robinson remembered around MLB on 77th anniversary of ... (Sportsnet.ca)

Robinson started at first base for the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947, beginning the end of the racial segregation that had relegated Black players to the ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CBS Los Angeles"

Dodgers, MLB celebrate Jackie Robinson Day (CBS Los Angeles)

Monday marks the 77th anniversary of the day that Jackie Robinson broke baseball's color barrier in 1947 with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "MLB.com"

Hershiser purchases 'Grace' painting featuring Jackie, other icons (MLB.com)

A famed piece of art depicting Jackie Robinson has a new and familiar owner for Jackie Robinson Day, but the painting is staying put in the Negro Leagues ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CBS Baltimore"

Baltimore Orioles reflect on Jackie Robinson Day on 77th ... (CBS Baltimore)

BALTIMORE - The Baltimore Orioles warmed up on Monday at Camden Yards wearing matching "Breaking Barriers" shirts as they prepared to play the Minnesota ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Bleacher Report"

Jackie Robinson Day 2024: How Sports World is Honoring MLB Icon (Bleacher Report)

The legendary Jackie Robinson broke Major League Baseball's color barrier when he first played for the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947, and the league ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Yahoo Sports"

Why Jackie Robinson Day is complicated for Major League Baseball ... (Yahoo Sports)

Yahoo Sports senior MLB analyst Jordan Shusterman and Jake Mintz look at the positives and negatives surrounding MLB's annual tribute to Jackie Robinson.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "NBC Southern California"

Jackie Robinson Day to be celebrated on 77th anniversary of his ... (NBC Southern California)

All 30 teams will wear No. 42 on Monday in honor of former Dodgers second baseman Jackie Robinson, who broke the color barrier in 1947.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "UCLA Newsroom"

It's Jackie Robinson Day and we're celebrating the legacy of the ... (UCLA Newsroom)

Robinson, once called “the greatest UCLA athlete of all time,” became the first Black player in Major League Baseball on April 15, 1947.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "MLB.com"

Mets welcome Rachel Robinson: 'Jackie's presence is right there ... (MLB.com)

NEW YORK -- Butch Huskey was mostly unaware what would happen that night in 1997, when, in the fifth inning at Shea Stadium, play suddenly stopped.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Globe and Mail"

Jackie Robinson remembered for breaking baseball's colour barrier (The Globe and Mail)

Robinson started at first base for the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947, beginning the end of the racial segregation that had relegated Black players to the ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "fox4kc.com"

Former Dodgers player purchases Jackie Robinson art piece from ... (fox4kc.com)

Former Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher and broadcaster Orel Hershiser brought home a historic piece of artwork from the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "The Tennessean"

Before Jackie Robinson became a baseball icon, he was an elite ... (The Tennessean)

Opinion: Jackie Robinson may not have been the best baseball player in America when he turned pro, but he was an elite athlete who changed the game.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Toronto Star"

Jackie Robinson remembered around MLB on 77th anniversary of ... (Toronto Star)

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Major League Baseball marked the 77th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the sport's color barrier on Monday.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "MLB.com"

Jackie Robinson Foundation spreads confidence, community (MLB.com)

NEW YORK -- Much of the work that goes into ensuring that Jackie Robinson's legacy is honored with the reverence it deserves begins with providing greater ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CBSSports.com"

MLB, Mets celebrate Jackie Robinson Day, honor Rachel Robinson ... (CBSSports.com)

It is the 77th anniversary of Robinson breaking baseball's color barrier.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "mlblogs.com"

Profound words honor and celebrate Jackie Robinson - Dodger ... (mlblogs.com)

Civil rights activist, educator and author Dr. Harry Edwards — a powerful figure whose booming voice has influenced sports and society for decades — used ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "MLB.com"

Buxton honors Jackie Robinson Day with custom kicks (MLB.com)

BALTIMORE -- Byron Buxton was able to man center field at Camden Yards on Monday night because of the barrier broken by Jackie Robinson 77 years ago today, ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "CBS Philly"

Philadelphia Phillies unveil "Pioneers in Pinstripes" display on ... (CBS Philly)

The "Pioneers in Pinstripes" display in the Hall of Fame Club honors the trailblazers who played a key part in the Phillies' integration history.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "KTLA"

Jackie Robinson remembered for breaking baseball's color barrier (KTLA)

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Major League Baseball marked the 77th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the sport's color barrier on Monday.

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Pasadena Now"

Nationals Join Dodgers in Pregame Reflection on Pasadena's ... (Pasadena Now)

The Dodgers were joined by the Washington Nationals for a “team reflection” on Jackie Robinson on Monday as Major League Baseball marked the 77th ...

Post cover
Image courtesy of "Uni Watch"

A Uni Watch Look at Jackie Robinson Day (Uni Watch)

Obviously, everyone wore No. 42. For the third consecutive year, the numbers were rendered in the Brooklyn Dodgers' old block font, and in blue:.

Explore the last week