The Astros and the A's each donned No. 42 jerseys on Wednesday in honor of Jackie Robinson Day around Major League Baseball. On April 15, 1947, history was made when Robinson made his debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking the color barrier in MLB.
"Back then, I couldn't imagine the things he went through and what he did," Astros first baseman Chris Carter said. "I just appreciate what he's done, and I'm grateful for it."
Sipp said the way Robinson carried himself on and off the field paved the way for thousands of African-American players, and wearing his jersey is a fitting tribute.