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How the Dodgers Are Celebrating Jackie Robinson Day 2026
TL;DR
The Los Angeles Dodgers and MLB will celebrate Jackie Robinson Day on Wednesday, marking the 79th anniversary of his debut in 1947. Robinson was the first African American to play in MLB and his No. 42 is retired across all teams.
The No. 42 of former Brooklyn Dodgers second baseman Jackie Robinson in the retired numbers plaza at Dodger Stadium.
The Los Angeles Dodgers, along with all of MLB, will be celebrating Jackie Robinson Day on Wednesday. This year marks the 79th anniversary of Robinson’s historic debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947.
Robinson broke the baseball color barrier by becoming the first African American to play in MLB. He was the first black player to win the National League Most Valuable Player Award in 1949 and won the World Series with the Dodgers in 1955.
His No. 42 is retired across all MLB teams.
The No. 42 of former Brooklyn Dodgers second baseman Jackie Robinson in the retired numbers plaza at Dodger Stadium.
Once a year, on Jackie Robinson Day, all on-field personnel in MLB games wear Robinson’s iconic No. 42 in Dodger Blue and royal blue “42” socks from Stance. All teams’ hats will also feature a “42” side patch, according to MLB.
How The Dodgers Are Honoring Robinson
The Dodgers and the New York Mets will join together before the game at the No. 42’s statue in Centerfield Plaza for the annual Jackie Robinson Day reflection.
In addition to the Dodgers and Mets, the president of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum Bob Kendrick, Jackie Robinson Foundation scholars and Robinson’s granddaughters, Sonya Pankey Robinson and Ayo Robinson will be in attendance at the reflection and game.
Robinson’s granddaughter, Sonya, will be throwing out the first pitch of Wednesday’s game.
The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation and Dodgers Black Action Network will also be hosting career development panel for the Jackie Robinson Foundation scholars.
Fans can receive a commemorative Robinson jersey before the game begins at 7:10 pm PST.
Photo Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Q&A
What is Jackie Robinson Day and when is it celebrated?
Jackie Robinson Day is celebrated on April 15 each year to honor Jackie Robinson's historic debut in Major League Baseball in 1947.
Why is Jackie Robinson significant in baseball history?
Jackie Robinson is significant for breaking the baseball color barrier as the first African American player in MLB, and he was also the first black player to win the National League MVP Award.
What teams have retired Jackie Robinson's No. 42?
Jackie Robinson's No. 42 is retired across all Major League Baseball teams in honor of his contributions to the sport and society.