This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Steals Home Plate; MLB Home Run Record Tied

On June 24, 1947, Jackie Robinson broke from third base and stole home plate for the first time in his Major League career. The exhilarating play additionally was the first stolen base of Robinson’s 10-year career with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

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