Jackie Robinson Day 2012

Posted by Fred Thomas, III on April 15, 2012 · 4 Comments 

[Los Angeles, CA]  April 15, 2012 will be the 65th year since Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier by signing with the Brooklyn Dodgers.

“A life is not important, except in the impact it has on others’ lives.” — Jackie Robinson

Today, that historic occasion will be celebrated around the world.  In particular, Major League Baseball (M.L.B.) will pay homage to the legacy Robinson left behind.  All players, including field personnel will be wearing #42 on their jersey/uniform.
In 2004, Commissioner Bud Selig officially retired Robinson’s number from Baseball.  Thanks to Ken “Jr” Griffey, Jr. in 2007, he received permission for players to also wear the number of their respective uniform.  The concept was monumental and supported with enthusiasm.  It is quite a site to see all players from both teams wear the #42, out of respect and recognition for Robinson.

What a site! All players wearing #42

A special clip courtesy of M.L.B. narrated by Hall of Fame Dodgers announcer Vin Scully (Due to a bad cold, Scully as been absent during the Opening Week homestand for the Dodgers.  However, on April 15th, he is scheduled to return and broadcast the special activities in salute to Robinson)

To find out more of Robinson’s legacy the following links are provided:

Jackie Robinson Day 2011

MLB Coverage

I am 42

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