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My Word: Jackie Robinson's legacy has transcended baseball
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Major League Baseball's waning African-American talent pool - Sports Illustrated
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A look at MLB's initiatives as it celebrates Jackie Robinson Day - Global Sport Matters
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Robinson debuts five days after signing with Dodgers
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Just over 70 years ago, Jackie Robinson became the 1st Major League Baseball player to break the color barrier
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A look at MLB's initiatives as it celebrates Jackie Robinson Day - Global Sport Matters
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Michael Grove pitches well for Dodgers on Jackie Robinson Day
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Baseball: Budweiser advert tweet removed on Jackie Robinson Day - BBC News
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It's time to honour Larry Doby, the first Black player in the American League
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On the shoulders of Jackie Robinson, today's Dodgers players reflect on his impact