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Jackie Robinson News / True Blue LA / December 8

Dodgers-Mets game on Jackie Robinson Day is on ESPN

The Dodgers play the Mets on Wednesday, April 15, Jackie Robinson Day at Dodger Stadium, a game that will be exclusively televised by ESPN, the network announced today.

MLB News / ESPN / December 8

ESPN to broadcast Mets-Dodgers on April 15

ESPN's first Major League Baseball game next season will be on April 15 when the two-time reigning World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers host the New York Mets on MLB Jackie Robinson Day.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 18

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

On Nov. 18, 1949, Brooklyn Dodgers infielder Jackie Robinson was named the National League MVP after his third season with the club. After breaking the color barrier in April 1947, Robinson became the first African-American player to win the MVP Award.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

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The 25 greatest baseball players who never played in the MLB

Before Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in 1947, black players weren’t allowed in Major League Baseball. Before the recent advances in the United States’ relationship with Cuba, it was rare for Cuban players to escape their homeland.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 4

Red Sox Docu-Series Explains How Boston Rejected Jackie Robinson, Willie Mays

Whatever questionable personnel decisions the Boston Red Sox make nowadays are small potatoes compared to the 1940s and 50s. The 86-year World Series drought the Red Sox experienced between 1918 and 2004 is typically personified by Babe Ruth, who was sold to the New York Yankees following the 1919 season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / August 28

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson, Steve Garvey, Eric Gagné & Vin Scully

Los Angeles Dodgers history includes several dates that are memorable for a variety of performances or milestones. In a lot of cases, a player is associated to multiple days in Dodgers history that stand out in franchise lore.

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25 Negro Leaguers every baseball fan should know

Here is a look at 25 of the greatest performers in the distinguished (and varied) history of Negro League baseball.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 23

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Inducted Into Baseball Hall Of Fame

On July 23, 1962, Brooklyn Dodgers great Jackie Robinson was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Robinson received 77.5% (124 of 160) of all the ballots cast, earning him enshrinement on his first time appearing on the ballot.

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Defunct MLB stadiums we wish were still around

Here are our rankings of 25 parks and stadiums still worth holding near and dear to our baseball hearts.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 21

All-MLB Hall of Fame team: Which legends make the cut?

Baseball's next Hall of Fame class will be enshrined for posterity on Sunday in Cooperstown, New York.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 17

This Day In Dodgers History: Walter Alston Reaches 2,000 Career Wins; Jackie Robinson Statue Unveiled

On July 17, 1976, manager Walter Alston recorded his 2,000th career win as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Chicago Cubs, 5-4, at Dodger Stadium. Alston finished his 23-year managerial career with 2,040 wins, the most in Dodgers franchise history and good for ninth in MLB history.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 24

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.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 19

How Losing Jackie Robinson Stadium Fueled UCLA's CWS Run

In September, just a few months before the UCLA Bruins started their baseball season, a federal judge ruled that the lease between the university and the Department of Veteran Affairs for the land that Jackie Robinson Stadium is on was illegal, prohibiting the team from it's home stadium for the forseeable future.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 6

Jackie Robinson mural in Miami defaced with hate speech

Miami murals honoring baseball trailblazers Jackie Robinson and Minnie Minoso were defaced with swastikas and racist slurs this week. The vandalism in the city's Overtown neighborhood was reported Monday to police, who told The Athletic on Friday that they are investigating the incident as a hate crime.

MLB News / Sneakers on SI / April 16

The Top Sneaker Moments from Jackie Robinson Day in MLB

Yesterday, MLB celebrated Jackie Robinson Day. Teams celebrated the trail-blazing athletes' remarkable accomplishments with touching tributes, and players used their on-field gear to pay homage in unique ways.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Mariners Star Unveils Special Gear for Jackie Robinson Day During Reds Game

Tuesday, April 15, marks the remembrance of a historic figure who broke the color barrier in baseball, changing the game forever. Jackie Robinson is the

San Francisco Giants News / San Francisco Giants on SI / April 15

San Francisco Giants Join MLB to Celebrate Special Day in Baseball History

The entirety of Major League Baseball and its most dedicated fans are celebrating Jackie Robinson Day on April 15, 2025. Back in 1947, the baseball legend made his MLB debut on this day, marking a shift in history that is still being felt today.

MLB News / Burn City Sports / April 15

Arizona Diamondbacks coast into Miami seeking road win against Marlins on Jackie Robinson Day

The Arizona Diamondbacks will celebrate Jackie Robinson Day in Miami to begin a three-game away series today against the Marlins to begin their second road trip of the 2025 season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 15

How The Dodgers & MLB Are Celebrating Jackie Robinson Day 2025

The Los Angeles Dodgers, in conjunction with all teams across Major League Baseball, are celebrating the 78th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier on Tuesday.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 10

No. 10 Bruins Make Quick Work at Jackie Robinson Stadium

The No. 10-ranked UCLA baseball team continued its dominant stretch on Tuesday night, overwhelming Long Beach State 12-1 in a seven-inning run-rule victory at Jackie Robinson Stadium. It marked the Bruins’ fourth mercy-rule win of the season, a testament to their consistent ability to overpower opponents before the final out.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / April 7

Author Claims Dodgers' White House Visit Betrays Jackie Robinson's Legacy

Author and professor Peter Dreier has strongly criticized the Los Angeles Dodgers for accepting President Donald Trump’s invitation to the White House

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 19

MLB Insider Jeff Passan goes off on DOD for removing Jackie Robinson story

While fans eagerly anticipate the official opening day of the 2025 MLB season, reporters, pundits, and experts like ESPN’s Jeff Passan are getting their ducks in a row to make sure they have all their boxes checked for the start of the six-month war of attrition.

MLB News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 1

Before Becoming an MLB Pioneer, Jackie Robinson Was a Minor League Idol

Dodgers great Jackie Robinson was a household name before he broke the Major League Baseball color barrier in 1947. In Montreal, at least, where the fans accepted and revered him.

Texas Rangers News / Yardbarker / September 4, 2024

Rangers rookie OF joins Jackie Robinson in exclusive company

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 30, 2024

Dodgers' Jackie Robinson Gains Higher Profile With MLB Records Change

Major League Baseball made a huge change to its record system with the announcement Wednesday that stats players achieved in the Negro Leagues will now be included in Major League records.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / April 15, 2024

MLB Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Jackie Robinson Day

April 15 is a significant day in baseball as MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson Day. Today marks 77 years after Robinson took the field for the Brooklyn Dodgers to break MLB’s color barrier.