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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.

Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / August 27

YouTube Gold: Baseball’s Jackie Robinson Discusses Racism In His Rookie Season

Jackie Robinson, as most people know, was the man Branch Rickey turned to to break the color barrier in Major League Baseball. If you’ve ever seen the movie 42, you got some small idea of what he went through.

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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.

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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.

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.

Miami Marlins News / True Blue LA / June 10

Negro League mural in Miami vandalized with racist graffiti

In early June, a mural of Jackie Robinson and Minnie Miñoso was defaced with racial slurs and swastikas. In early June, in Dorsey Park, Miami, Florida, a 7-year-old boy discovered that a mural that included Jackie Robinson and Minnie Miñoso had been defaced with racial slurs and Nazi swastikas.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 7

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Awarded Honorary Degree; Roy Campanella Steals Home

On June 7, 1957, Howard University awarded honorary degrees of Doctor of Laws to the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and recently-retired Brooklyn Dodgers infielder Jackie Robinson.

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 / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 6

Report: Bruin Legend's Mural Vandalized in Miami

The Associated Press reported Thursday afternoon that a mural of UCLA Bruin legend Jackie Robinson and fellow Negro Leagues icon Minnie Miñoso was defaced in Miami.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / June 4

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

On June 4, 1972, the Los Angeles Dodgers retired the numbers of Roy Campanella (39), Sandy Koufax (32) and Jackie Robinson (42) in a pregame ceremony at Dodger Stadium.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 3

UCLA to Host Super Regional vs UTSA

Thanks to the shocking efforts of the UTSA baseball team, No. 15 ranked UCLA will host this weekend's Super Regional against the Roadrunners after running through their Los Angeles Regional with ease.

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UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / May 30

UCLA to Face Pair of Familiar Foes in NCAA Tournament

The No. 13 UCLA Bruins (42-16, 22-8) prepare for NCAA Tournament action, hosting the Los Angeles Regional at Jackie Robinson Stadium this weekend. Within the four-team, double-elimination pool, the Bruins will be facing a pair of very familiar opponents.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / April 22

D-backs' Return to Chase Field Will Feature More Exciting Promotional Events

The Arizona Diamondbacks return home to Chase Field and alongside them comes a new wave of promotions and giveaways. Things kick off on April 22 as the D-backs face the Rays.

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.

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 / Athlon Sports / March 19

Trump Administration Removes, Then Restores Jackie Robinson Story on Defense Department Website

Jackie Robinson is arguably the most beloved player in Major League Baseball history. Nowadays, that is. It was hardly the case when Robinson broke the MLB color barrier in 1947, becoming the first black player in league history upon making his debut for the Brooklyn Dodgers.

MLB News / The Spun / March 19

The Pentagon Releases Statement On Controversial Jackie Robinson Decision

On Wednesday, the Department of Defense made headlines by deleting several articles from its website. The mass deletion was in accordance with a memo

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

Rangers rookie OF joins Jackie Robinson in exclusive company

Wyatt Langford's walk-off grand slam against the Yankees on Tuesday was historic in multiple ways.

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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.