Jackie Robinson was the first African-American to play Major League Baseball. He played for the Brooklyn Dodgers from 1947-1956. He was the first black player to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Jackie Robinson: A Trailblazer in Baseball
Major League Baseball: The highest level of professional baseball in the United States and Canada. Brooklyn Dodgers: A professional baseball team located in Brooklyn, New York. Hall of Fame: A place to honor people who have excelled in their field or sport.
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Jackie Robinson's jersey number '42' was retired by the entire MLB in 1997. Jackie Robinson's daughter, Sharon, is a film producer and director. In his first season with the Dodgers, Jackie stole home plate an incredible 19 times!
Fun facts:
What famous baseball player broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball?
What was Jackie Robinson's number when he played for the Brooklyn Dodgers?
Who was Jackie Robinson?
- A baseball player
- A doctor
- A teacher
- A farmer
What team did Jackie Robinson play for?
- The New York Yankees
- The Brooklyn Dodgers
- The Chicago Cubs
- The Boston Red Sox
What was Jackie Robinson's jersey number?
How does Jackie Robinson's legacy still impact us today?
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