Jackie Robinson
Inducted:
1962
Player Stats
5-11, 195lb (180cm, 88kg)
Born:
January 31, 1919
Cairo, Georgia, U.S.
Died:
October 24, 1972
Stamford, Connecticut, U.S.
Position:
Second baseman
College:
UCLA
Jackie Robinson changed baseball—and America—forever. In 1947, he shattered Major League Baseball’s color barrier, becoming the first Black player in the modern era when he debuted with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Despite facing intense racism and pressure, Robinson thrived, winning Rookie of the Year in 1947 and the NL MVP in 1949.
A fiery competitor, slick fielder, and dangerous base runner, he helped lead the Dodgers to six pennants and a World Series title in 1955. In just 10 seasons, he racked up .311 career batting average, 200 stolen bases, and the admiration of fans and teammates alike. Robinson’s courage, dignity, and play opened the door for generations of Black athletes.
He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1962 and remains one of the most important figures in sports history.
Robinson's Awards and Honors
- NgL All-Star (1945)
- 6× All-Star (1949–1954)
- NL MVP (1949)
- Rookie of the Year (1947)
- NL batting champion (1949)
- 2× NL stolen base leader (1947, 1949)
MLB Records
- First Black player in modern Major League Baseball
- First-ever MLB Rookie of the Year (1947) – inaugural award winner
- First Black player to win National League MVP (1949)
- Led the National League in stolen bases twice
- World Series champion (1955)
MLB Teams:
Brooklyn Dodgers (1947–1956)
Number Worn:
42
MLB Stats
Seasons:
10 (1947–1956)
Games Played:
1,382
Batting Average:
.311
Hits:
1,518
Home Runs:
137
Runs Batted In:
734
Stolen Bases:
200
Runs Scored:
947
On-Base %:
.409