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LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
1 month 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.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago

Man used Jackie Robinson contracts to steal millions from investors. Then he fled to Russia seeking asylum

Jackie Robinson's contracts are now held by U.S. Marshals, valuing them potentially in millions, stemming from a fraud investigation.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
23 minutes 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.
New York Mets
fromwww.amny.com
1 month 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.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
1 month 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.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago

Man used Jackie Robinson contracts to steal millions from investors. Then he fled to Russia seeking asylum

Jackie Robinson's contracts are now held by U.S. Marshals, valuing them potentially in millions, stemming from a fraud investigation.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
23 minutes 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.
New York Mets
fromwww.amny.com
1 month 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.
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#community-resilience
Miami Marlins
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours 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.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
2 days ago

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

The defaced Jackie Robinson mural highlights ongoing racial tensions and the community's resolve to reclaim and celebrate Black history.
Miami Marlins
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours 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.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
2 days ago

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

The defaced Jackie Robinson mural highlights ongoing racial tensions and the community's resolve to reclaim and celebrate Black history.
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#dodgers
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
6 months ago

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

Jackie Robinson was the first African-American MVP in Major League Baseball.
He achieved notable batting stats during his MVP season in 1949.
The Dodgers honored Robinson with a statue in 2017.
LA Dodgers
fromdodgersdigest.com
1 month 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
1 month 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
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Dodgers accept White House invite: 'Great honor'

The Los Angeles Dodgers will accept an invitation to the White House to celebrate their 2024 World Series title.
fromDodger Blue
2 days ago
LA Dodgers

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

LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
6 months ago

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

Jackie Robinson was the first African-American MVP in Major League Baseball.
He achieved notable batting stats during his MVP season in 1949.
The Dodgers honored Robinson with a statue in 2017.
LA Dodgers
fromdodgersdigest.com
1 month 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
1 month 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
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Dodgers accept White House invite: 'Great honor'

The Los Angeles Dodgers will accept an invitation to the White House to celebrate their 2024 World Series title.
fromDodger Blue
2 days ago
LA Dodgers

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

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Miami Marlins
fromMiami Herald
4 days 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.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month 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.
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Jackie Robinson Teaches Us to Never Back Down to Bigots

The Department of Defense's removal of Jackie Robinson's military history webpage amplifies ongoing racial disrespect against his legacy and contributions.
Miami Marlins
fromMiami Herald
4 days 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.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month 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.
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Jackie Robinson Teaches Us to Never Back Down to Bigots

The Department of Defense's removal of Jackie Robinson's military history webpage amplifies ongoing racial disrespect against his legacy and contributions.
more#racism
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

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

State funding will revitalize Hudson Square with a statue of Jackie Robinson, new plazas, and art installations to enhance the area's vibrancy.
#pentagon
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Pentagon Says It's Using AI to Delete Pages About History That's Too Woke

Pentagon admits to using AI to remove 'DEI' content, including Jackie Robinson's biography, causing significant backlash.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Pentagon Says It's Using AI to Delete Pages About History That's Too Woke

Pentagon admits to using AI to remove 'DEI' content, including Jackie Robinson's biography, causing significant backlash.
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Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month 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.
New York Yankees
fromPinstripe Alley
1 month 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
1 month 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.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has strong words for Dodgers on importance of Jackie Robinson Day

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar emphasizes the relevance of Jackie Robinson's legacy in contemporary discussions on diversity and inclusion.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month 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.
New York Yankees
fromPinstripe Alley
1 month 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.
Major League Baseball
fromMLB Trade Rumors
1 month 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.
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LA Lakers
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar worries fans with wheelchair appearance at Jackie Robinson Day

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar made a surprise appearance at Dodger Stadium in a wheelchair for Jackie Robinson Day, highlighting his legacy and the impact of Robinson.
#baseball
Major League Baseball
fromBattery Power
3 months ago

This Day in MLB History: Bud Selig announces MLB will celebrate "Jackie Robinson Day" every April 15th

Major League Baseball has undergone significant changes since its inception, shaping the game and its culture over the decades.
LA Dodgers
fromESPN.com
1 month 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.
Major League Baseball
fromBattery Power
3 months ago

This Day in MLB History: Bud Selig announces MLB will celebrate "Jackie Robinson Day" every April 15th

Major League Baseball has undergone significant changes since its inception, shaping the game and its culture over the decades.
LA Dodgers
fromESPN.com
1 month 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.
more#baseball
#civil-rights
Major League Baseball
fromChicago Sun-Times
1 month 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.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC real estate

Exclusive | Jackie Robinson's Queens home where he resided during a World Series-winning season has listed for rent

Major League Baseball
fromChicago Sun-Times
1 month 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.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC real estate

Exclusive | Jackie Robinson's Queens home where he resided during a World Series-winning season has listed for rent

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LA Dodgers
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
Chicago White Sox
fromABC7 Chicago
1 month ago

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

Micah Johnson empowers youth through baseball and art, reflecting Jackie Robinson's legacy of pursuing dreams.
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LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
2 months ago

Jackie Robinson biography marked for removal by Trump administration

The Dodgers' visit to the White House coincides with ongoing efforts to target Jackie Robinson's legacy amidst a broader political controversy over diversity and inclusion.
LA Dodgers
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

LA Dodgers Will Visit White House for World Series Celebration

The Dodgers' White House visit continues a tradition despite previous political tensions, with star player Mookie Betts confirming his attendance.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
2 months ago

Stan Kasten removes politics from Dodgers' White House decision

The Dodgers' visit to the White House is intended as a celebration of their championship, not a political statement.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
2 months ago

Jackie Robinson biography marked for removal by Trump administration

The Dodgers' visit to the White House coincides with ongoing efforts to target Jackie Robinson's legacy amidst a broader political controversy over diversity and inclusion.
LA Dodgers
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

LA Dodgers Will Visit White House for World Series Celebration

The Dodgers' White House visit continues a tradition despite previous political tensions, with star player Mookie Betts confirming his attendance.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
2 months ago

Stan Kasten removes politics from Dodgers' White House decision

The Dodgers' visit to the White House is intended as a celebration of their championship, not a political statement.
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Black Lives Matter
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Stupidest Human Being Alive': Ex-NFL QB Robert Griffin III Under Fire For Claiming Jackie Robinson Breaking Color Barrier Wasn't Political

Robert Griffin III sparked controversy by saying Jackie Robinson's color barrier breaking wasn't political, provoking debate about race and sports commentary.
#diversity
Major League Baseball
fromMcCovey Chronicles
2 months ago

Department of Defense further embarrasses itself with shameful Jackie Robinson debacle

The Pentagon's removal and subsequent restoration of Jackie Robinson's article reflects ongoing tensions around diversity and historical representation.
Washington Redskins
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

That History Cannot Be Erased': ESPN's Mina Kimes Calls Out Trump Defense Department for Removing Jackie Robinson Article Amid DEI Purge

Mina Kimes criticized the Department of Defense for removing online content related to diversity, including an article honoring Jackie Robinson.
fromDefector
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Department Of Defense Backtracks After Deleting Jackie Robinson Article For "Woke DEI" | Defector

Major League Baseball
fromMcCovey Chronicles
2 months ago

Department of Defense further embarrasses itself with shameful Jackie Robinson debacle

The Pentagon's removal and subsequent restoration of Jackie Robinson's article reflects ongoing tensions around diversity and historical representation.
Washington Redskins
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

That History Cannot Be Erased': ESPN's Mina Kimes Calls Out Trump Defense Department for Removing Jackie Robinson Article Amid DEI Purge

Mina Kimes criticized the Department of Defense for removing online content related to diversity, including an article honoring Jackie Robinson.
fromDefector
2 months ago
Left-wing politics

Department Of Defense Backtracks After Deleting Jackie Robinson Article For "Woke DEI" | Defector

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#diversity-and-inclusion
Washington Nationals
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Jackie Robinson's Army story restored to Defense Department site after removal in DEI purge

Jackie Robinson's career article was restored to the DOD site after its removal, possibly linked to past political stances against diversity efforts.
Washington Nationals
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Jackie Robinson's Legacy Vanishes, Then Reappears on Defense Department Site

The Defense Department's page on Jackie Robinson briefly disappeared, raising concerns about erasing Black history under the Trump administration.
Washington Nationals
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Jackie Robinson's Army story restored to Defense Department site after removal in DEI purge

Jackie Robinson's career article was restored to the DOD site after its removal, possibly linked to past political stances against diversity efforts.
Washington Nationals
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Jackie Robinson's Legacy Vanishes, Then Reappears on Defense Department Site

The Defense Department's page on Jackie Robinson briefly disappeared, raising concerns about erasing Black history under the Trump administration.
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#diversity-equity-inclusion
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#brooklyn-dodgers
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
3 months ago

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

Harold Pee Wee Reese was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1984, recognizing his impact as a player and teammate despite low voting percentages.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
3 months ago

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

Harold Pee Wee Reese was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1984, recognizing his impact as a player and teammate despite low voting percentages.
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