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42' shows why Jackie Robinson still matters
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Rachel Robinson delivers a special message to Mariano
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New York Yankees -- How Mariano Rivera has inspired a team of strangers in need - ESPN
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Jackie Robinson Day (2004-2022)
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Mariano Rivera Wearing Jackie Robinson's 42 to the End - The New York Times
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Mariano Rivera linked to Jackie Robinson for No. 42
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Yankees Legend Mariano Rivera To Retire After 2013 Season - CBS New York
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Yankees' Mariano Rivera Is the Last No. 42 - The New York Times
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Jackie Robinson Day: 4 Facts About His Jersey No. 42, Now Retired in MLB
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Mariano Rivera - Wikipedia
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Mariano Rivera Facts for Kids
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Baseball Hall of Fame 2019: 50 highlights from Yankees great Mariano Rivera's record-setting career
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Jackie Robinson