"A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives." - Jackie Robinson.While most of the country associates April 15 as the dreaded "Tax Day" the rest of us know that today's date has much more meaning.
Happy Jackie Robinson Day.
Today is the 64th anniversary of the date when Robinson broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball, becoming the first black man allowed to play the game outside the Negro League. The baseball legend played his first big league game with the Brooklyn Dodgers at Ebbets Field on April 15, 1947. He went on to win the Rookie of the Year honors and play in six All-Star games.
Robinson's life and legend is being recognized once again today around the league as every player and manager will don no. 42 with ceremonies at many stadiums to honor his legacy.
Check out videos here of big league players' thoughts on the holiday.
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