Orioles Will Honor #42 Jackie Robinson Tonight
BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- In recognition of the 69th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball, the Orioles will honor his legacy during tonight's game against the Texas Rangers.
All Orioles uniformed personnel will wear No. 42, Robinson's retired number, to honor Robinson's historic achievement.
Each player's game-worn No. 42 jersey will be authenticated, autographed, and auctioned to benefit the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation and the Jackie Robinson Foundation. The auction will begin tonight at 7:00 p.m. and will conclude on Friday, April 22, at 10:00 p.m.
Since 2009, the Orioles have raised more than $70,000 for the Jackie Robinson Foundation through the online jersey auction.
