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The Empire State of Sports
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Jackie Robinson in 1946: Integrating the Minor Leagues – Society for American Baseball Research
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When Robinson signed with Montreal, baseball and America changed forever
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Jackie Robinson and the Montreal Royals (1946)
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Baseball by BSmile on X: 76 Years Ago Today: Jackie Robinson signs a contract to play for the Montreal Royals, part of the Brooklyn Dodgers minor league farm system! (October 23, 1945) #
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Jackie Robinson broke baseball's colour barrier – starting in Montreal - Montreal
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Jackie Robinson Was Not the Only Black Player for the Dodgers in 1947 or for His Lone Season With the Montreal Royals
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Homecoming for baseball contracts signed by sports pioneer Jackie Robinson
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Morgan's Corner: Jersey City kids saw Jackie Robinson make history