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Negro Leagues pioneer honored with Washington, D.C. Intersection - Indianapolis Recorder
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Number 42: Jackie Robinson Day at Fenway Park
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75 years ago, media downplayed Jackie Robinson's historic MLB debut
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MLB history: The 10 best games of Jackie Robinson's career
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Jackie Robinson Day 'very special' for Nationals
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Meet Joe Black: Jackie Robinson's roommate was trailblazer, too
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PHOTOS: Jackie Robinson Day and Black Heritage Day at Nationals Park, by Nationals Communications
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Jackie Robinson's anniversary also spotlights decline in black players