Continuing our highlights of important figures during Black History Month, we would next like to recognize Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play Major League Baseball. By breaking MLB’s color barrier on April 15, 1947, Robinson paved the way for many others like him to follow their dreams of playing baseball with the best in the world. Amongst the great debate over racial inequality throughout the 20th century, Jackie remained resilient and fought the toughest of battles to reach the pinnacle of baseball superstardom and fought alongside Martin Luther King Jr during the civil rights movement. To remember his accomplishments, MLB has named the award for the best rookies in each league after him: The Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year award. Jackie’s wife, Rachel, also established the Jackie Robinson foundation in 1973 to keep his legacy alive and award scholarships to talented students. Thank you for everything you have done both on and off the field, Jackie. It will ...