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For a woman to make the jump to the NBA, she likely would have a combination of multiple skills and aggressiveness. This will be the sports equivalent of putting a man on the moon ... and I'm not the only believer. David Stern thinks it will happen. Full Article at Sports Illustrated
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New York, NY (Sports Network) - Oakland Athletics closer Andrew Bailey and Florida Marlins outfielder Chris Coghlan have been named the Jackie Robinson Award winners as the top rookies in the American and National League, respectively, as voted on by... Full Article at The Sports Network
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One of the most courageous sports figures in American history stared racism in the face but had a secret fear: Jackie Robinson couldn't swim. Full Article at Columbus Dispatch
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The shortstop who stole 104 bases, the catcher who was a great Dodger long before he was a great Met, and the third baseman who may have had one of the best single offensive seasons in L.A. history. Power or speed? The past or the present? Full Article at Bleacher Report
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LeBron James says he wants to pay tribute to Michael Jordan by switching over to Bill Russell's number. Wilt Chamberlain's dominance sparked rules changes long before Michael Jordan ever laced up his high-tops. Full Article at CBS Sports
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The 1952 World Series is usually remembered for Billy Martin's great catch of a Jackie Robinson pop fly with the bases loaded and two outs in the seventh inning of the seventh game. Full Article at Bleacher Report
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The Yankees and Phillies battle in the last all-white Fall Classic in 1950. Who will win the 2009 World Series? It was the top of the 10th inning in Game 2 of the 1950 World Series when Joe DiMaggio stepped in to face Phillies ace Robin Roberts. Full Article at New York Daily News
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The 1952 World Series is usually remembered for Billy Martin's great catch of a Jackie Robinson pop fly with the bases loaded and two outs in the seventh inning of the seventh game. Full Article at Associated Content
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Citi Field will add new touches next season designed to give park more of a Mets presence (as opposed to Brooklyn Dodgers). Maybe the Mets aren't doomed to repeat their historic blunder after all. Full Article at New York Daily News
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Mets fans have spoken. Saying they had heard their irate followers "loud and clear," the Mets yesterday revealed several changes to Citi Field to better reflect the team's history. Full Article at New York Post
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The team itself still needs to be fixed, but at least the Mets have taken a few major steps toward satisfying their fans' complaints about Citi Field.In response to a loud public outcry during the $850-million stadium's inaugural season, the Mets... Full Article at Newsday
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Today, the Mets announced a variety of changes to Citi Field. 1) The first base VIP entrance will be named after Gil Hodges; third Base VIP will honor Tom Seaver; left Field VIP will be named after Casey Stengel; and the outfield bridge will be named... Full Article at Metsblog.com
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A press release from the Mets ... The Mets today announced plans to expand the presence of club history at Citi Field next season in a variety of ways, including renaming areas of the ballpark after Casey Stengel, Gil Hodges, Tom Seaver and William A. Full Article at New York Post
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In case you don’t know, the Boston Red Sox was the last MLB team to sign a black player - 14 long years after Jackie Robinson inked a deal with the Dodgers. Full Article at Sports By Brooks
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The New York State Rebuild and Renew Transportation Bond Act was approved by voters on Nov. 8, 2005, authorizing the state to borrow up to $2.9 billion through the sale of bonds. Four years later, it turns out there’s still some money left to spend. Full Article at The Queens Gazette
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Ernie Harwell called games for the Dodgers in 1948 and 1949. I managed to catch Studio 42 with Bob Costas tonight, as Ernie Harwell was interviewed. Full Article at True Blue LA
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Before Jackie Robinson broke color barriers as a baseball legend, he was a second lieutenant at Fort Hood who frequently visited East Austin to talk to the Rev. Karl Downs. Full Article at Austin American-Statesman
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LeBron James is among today’s brightest, most talented and engaging sports superstars. He seems sincere and genuine … qualities never to be assumed in athletes making millions of dollars. Full Article at The Pantagraph
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Eli Clifton, The Electronic Intifada, 17 November 2009 WASHINGTON (IPS) - A coalition of 11 US, Israeli and Palestinian groups are calling on the New York Mets baseball team to cancel a fundraiser by the "violent and racist" Israeli... Full Article at The Electronic Intifada
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He started the season in the bullpen. He ended the postseason as a reliever. Full Article at Philadelphia Daily News
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SEATTLE - APRIL 15: Members of the Seattle Mariners, wearing #42 in honor of Jackie Robinson day, stand during the national anthem prior to the game against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at Safeco Field April 15, 2009 in Seattle, Washington.
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ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 15: Ian Kinsler smiles after hitting a cycle while wearing jersey #42 to commemorate Jackie Robinson day during a game against the Baltimore Orioles on April 15, 2009 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas.
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ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 15: Ian Kinsler smiles after hitting a cycle while wearing jersey #42 to commemorate Jackie Robinson day during a game against the Baltimore Orioles on April 15, 2009 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Grady Sizemore and Victor Martinez of the Cleveland Indians, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game celebrate after a 5-4 win over the Kansas City Royals on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Kerry Wood of the Cleveland Indians, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game throws a pitch in the ninth inning against the Kansas City Royals on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Coco Crisp of the Kansas City Royals, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game reacts after making an out in the ninth inning against the Cleveland Indians on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Kerry Wood of the Cleveland Indians, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game throws a pitch in the ninth inning against the Kansas City Royals on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Jose Guillen of the Kansas City Royals, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game watches from the dugout against the Cleveland Indians on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Grady Sizemore of the Cleveland Indians, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game is tagged out at home by Miguel Olivo of the Kansas City Royals on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Miguel Olivo of the Kansas City Royals, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game displays the ball after tagging out Grady Sizemore of the Cleveland Indians at home plate in the ninth inning on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas Cit...
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Grady Sizemore of the Cleveland Indians, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game speaks with third base coach Joel Skinner against the Kansas City Royals on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Grady Sizemore of the Cleveland Indians, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game runs to third base against the Kansas City Royals on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Grady Sizemore of the Cleveland Indians, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game slides into third base against the Kansas City Royals on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Rafael Betancourt of the Cleveland Indians, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game walks to the dugout against the Kansas City Royals on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 15: Pitcher Brian Bass of the Baltimore Orioles throws against the Texas Rangers while wearing jersey #42 to commemorate Jackie Robinson day on April 15, 2009 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Victor Martinez of the Cleveland Indians, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game is congratulated at the dugout after scoring against the Kansas City Royals on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Mark Derosa of the Cleveland Indians, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game runs past third base on the way to scoring a run against the Kansas City Royals on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 15: Pitcher Matt Cain #18 (C) of the San Francisco Giants first baseman Rich Aurilia #35 (L) and Andre Ethier #16 of the Los Angeles Dodgers wear #42 in honor of Jackie Robinson day at Dodger Stadium on April 15, 2009 in Los Angeles, California.
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ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 15: Pitcher Mark Hendrickson of the Baltimore Orioles leaves the game while wearing jersey #42 to commemorate Jackie Robinson day during play against the Texas Rangers on April 15, 2009 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas.
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ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 15: Nelson Cruz of the Texas Rangers runs after hitting a grandslam while wearing jersey #42 to commemorate Jackie Robinson day during a game against the Baltimore Orioles on April 15, 2009 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas.
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ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 15: Nelson Cruz of the Texas Rangers celebrates a grandslam with Michael Young, Andruw Jones and Marlon Byrd while wearing jersey #42 to commemorate Jackie Robinson day during a game against the Baltimore Orioles on April 15, 2009 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington,...
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ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 15: Pitcher Kris Benson of the Texas Rangers throws against the Baltimore Orioles while wearing jersey #42 to commemorate Jackie Robinson day on April 15, 2009 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas.
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ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 15: Pitcher Mark Hendrickson of the Baltimore Orioles throws against the Texas Rangers while wearing jersey #42 to commemorate Jackie Robinson day on April 15, 2009 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas.
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ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 15: Pitcher Kris Benson of the Texas Rangers throws against the Baltimore Orioles while wearing jersey #42 to commemorate Jackie Robinson day on April 15, 2009 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas.
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KANSAS CITY, MO - APRIL 15: Scott Lewis of the Cleveland Indians, wearing a #42 jersey during the Jackie Robinson Day game throws a pitch during a 5-4 win over the Kansas City Royals on April 15, 2009 at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.
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ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 15: Ian Kinsler smiles after hitting a cycle while wearing jersey #42 to commemorate Jackie Robinson day during a game against the Baltimore Orioles on April 15, 2009 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas.
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Much as Branch Rickey carefully chose Jackie Robinson to break the color barrier based on his skills as well as his temperament, so is Stern likely to urge his teams to be patient in making sure the first woman is equipped to succeed
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Next season, fans will be greeted by Mets colors as they approach Citi Field with full-color banners of Mets players on Mets Plaza in front of the Jackie Robinson Rotunda.
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Allowing the Hebron Fund to fundraise at Citi Field contradicts New York Mets and Major League Baseball's commitment to equal opportunity and non-discrimination, and is an insult to the legacy of Jackie Robinson.
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It’s a nice gesture, but he (Jordan) is not Jackie Robinson. Baseball did it because it had historical significance ... There actually were guys before Michael who could play the game. Then you should retire numbers that (Bill) Russell, Wilt (Chamberlain), and certainly Oscar (Robertson) wore. I underst...
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It is shameful that this event will be held above Citi Field’s Jackie Robinson Rotunda
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I never had even one hoot call from the audience in all these years ... Not one iota of hoot calls. I know it happened to Jackie Robinson when he was in that same kind of position, sort of. I never had to go through nothing like that. Once I started singing they didn't care.
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Imagine our society if you extract black folk from it ... There goes jazz. There goes the (1949) Armistice Agreements, if not for Ralph Bunche. I don’t want to think of a world without Dr. King. And what about the great athletes, Jackie Robinson and Muhammad Ali? And in L.A. we’d be in trouble without G...
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The RNC was less-than-subtle about loading the website with black people; not only Steele, but many of the 'GOP faces,' including Jackie Robinson and Frederick Douglass ... All of this despite the fact that blacks make up roughly 2 percent of the Republican Party.
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It's more special to do it on Jackie Robinson Day ... He could do everything.
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We always called it Jackie Robinson Park
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I recall when I was about nine picking up a tattered copy of Ebony magazine … and it was describing the exploits of Jackie Robinson and how he broke into major league baseball ... I didn't know Jackie, but it helped to exorcise what is the most awful consequence of racial injustice and it is the sense—t...
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We know that Brooklyn guy, Fred Wilpon, wanted it to look like Ebbets Field, and he created a Jackie Robinson Rotunda. But the Mets virtually ignored the memory of the Giants and the Polo Grounds.
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You could see Ken gravitating toward Muir the whole time we were making the film. He was captivated ... What Ken sees in Muir is what he sees in Louis Armstrong and Jackie Robinson — individuals with great enthusiasm for life and the ability to channel that enthusiasm in a way that has a profound impact...
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There has never been one iota of hoot calls from the audience, like when they put black cats on the field for Jackie Robinson, that sort of thing
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He stepped out on faith ... People talk about him, he's just as important as Jackie Robinson, Branch Rickey is. I'm honored to get that award. It's something I can show my grandkids. I've got proof. No video tape, no VCR, DVD, none of that. I've got proof, a plaque.
SOURCE: TwinCities.com
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