Jackie Robinson Day has become an annual tradition across Major League Baseball as teams and players recognize the impact of the legend who broke the color barrier. It comes on the anniversary of his first MLB game on April 15, 1947.
That was the first day of a terrific career with the Brooklyn Dodgers that lasted 10 seasons. He finished with a .311 average, 197 stolen bases and 137 home runs. Those numbers were good enough for six All-Star appearances, a Rookie of the Year Award and a National League MVP.
MLB noted the 2015 edition of the celebration:
On Wednesday, every player will once again wear his iconic No.