But have you ever wondered why every player on every team, plus coaches and umpires have No. 42 on their uniforms? In this piece, we will explain the history of Jackie Robinson Day and why all ...

He demanded respect from his teammates. He spoke out for civil rights throughout ... Although these tributes are highly warranted, I doubt that Jackie Robinson would be entirely happy. No matter how ...

In 1946, Jackie Robinson is a Black League baseball player who never takes racism lying down. Branch Rickey is a Major League team executive with a bold idea. To that end, Rickey recruits Robinson ...