What is your opinion on Jackie Robinson and the impact he had on African American and Baseball History?
I’m African American and Jackie Robinson is my favorite player of all time. Now of course I’m not old enough to have seen him played, but from what I’ve seen and heard he was just in incredible figure. I know this question is a day late, but I just wanted to get you guys opinions. I think the way he paved the way for so many people in sports and just in life in general is absolutely remarkable. So I just wanted to take some time out to reflect on it.
Thoughts?
Peace!
When I was little and learned about Jackie Robinson I honestly always just thought of him as the great man was the reason why so many talented African Americans are allowed to play baseball. But as I got older I learned it wasnt just what he did to baseball. He went through so much crap I think I could never get through. From racial slurs by not only the fans but his teammates. Im honest enough to say I would have walked away from baseball but he didnt. He sacrificed himself for many people.
If it wasnt for him I would never have got to see so many amazing African-American players in my favorite sport. And most of all, Its great to see that people remember what he did and celebrate a day thats teaches young kids how much of an impact he made in the sport they play. Its just shows people how much he loved the game.
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