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Jackie Robinson's legacy endures 75 years after breaking baseball's color barrier

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Jackie Robinson first took the field for the Brooklyn Dodgers 75 years ago this week, becoming the first Black man to play in the modern major leagues. It’s been nearly 50 years since Jackie Robinson's death, but he remains one of the most celebrated athletes in history. Geoff Bennet looks at why Robinson’s significance continues to resonate beyond baseball.

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Jackie Robinson, Jackie Robinson day, Jackie Robinson dodgers
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