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Why every MLB player is wearing No. 42 today
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Mariners at forefront of establishing Jackie Robinson Day
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MLB players write letters to Jackie Robinson
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Jackie Robinson Day Celebrations for 75th Anniversary of MLB Debut
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Why is today Jackie Robinson Day? The reason MLB players wear 42
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42 facts about Jackie Robinson to celebrate the 75th anniversary
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Retired number, sports award
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Last player to wear No. 42 for each MLB team
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Jackie Robinson Day: Every MLB player will wear No. 42 to honor
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Boston Red Sox's Alex Cora: 'I'm not a big-league manager or big
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Why the Red Sox are wearing their yellow uniforms
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Jackie Robinson Day: 4 Facts About His Jersey No. 42, Now Retired
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Robinson's 42 In Dodger Blue For All Uniforms On April 15