Jackie Robinson Jackie Robinson broke baseball’s color barrier in 1947, becoming the first African American to play in the modern MLB when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers. His courage and talent transformed the sport and the civil rights movement. Robinson won Rookie of the Year in 1947 and MVP in 1949, batting .342 with 203 hits and 37 stolen bases that season. A six-time All-Star, he played multiple positions and was a key figure in the Dodgers’ 1955 World Series win. Robinson faced relentless racism, death threats, and isolation but responded with dignity and excellence. After retiring, he became a civil rights activist and businessman. His number 42 is retired across all MLB teams—the only league-wide retirement in sports. Robinson’s legacy transcends statistics, representing justice, courage, and the power of integration in American society.
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