MLB honors Jackie Robinson, all players wear number 42

Published: April 16, 2024, 8:02 a.m.
Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (5th from left) and teammates line up prior to the MLB game against the Washington Nationals, wearing Jackie Robinson's No. 42 to pay tribute to him on Jackie Robinson Day at Dodger Stadium.
fans watch a game between the Los Angeles Angels and Tampa Bay Rays during Jackie Robinson day at Tropicana Field.
A view of custom cleats and socks worn by New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor before the Jackie Robinson Day game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Citi Field.
Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch celebrates after hitting a solo home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the second inning at Chase Field. All players wore number 42 to commemorate Jackie Robinson Day.
Los Angeles Angels Taylor Ward (42) stands on deck before an at bat against the Tampa Bay Rays in the ninth inning during Jackie Robinson day at Tropicana Field.
Los Angeles Angels manager Ron Washington (42) looks on from the dugout against the Tampa Bay Rays in the third inning during Jackie Robinson day at Tropicana Field.
Los Angeles Angels pitcher Patrick Sandoval (42) throws a pitch against the Tampa Bay Rays in the third inning during Jackie Robinson day at Tropicana Field.
A detailed views of Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton tribute Jackie Robinson cleats during the first inning at-bat against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (42) hits a single during the first inning against the Washington Nationals at Dodger Stadium. All players wore #42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day.
Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Richie Palacios (1) looks on from the dugout against the Los Angeles Angels in the second inning during Jackie Robinson day at Tropicana Field.
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto (L) and designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (R) wear Jackie Robinson's No. 42 to pay tribute to him on Jackie Robinson Day prior to the game against the Washington Nationals at Dodger Stadium.
Philadelphia Phillies first base Bryce Harper stands on home plate with Jackie Robinson day graphics during a game against the Colorado Rockies at Citizens Bank Park.
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos (8) wears a number 42 hat for Jackie Robinson day in a game against the Colorado Rockies at Citizens Bank Park.
The Chicago White Sox, with Jackie Robinson Day socks, line up during the national anthem prior to a game against the Kansas City Royals at Guaranteed Rate Field.
San Diego Padres pitching coach Rubin Niebla steps out for a talk with pitcher San Diego Padres pitcher Joe Musgrove (44) in the first inning at American Family Field. All players wore #42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day.
a base displays the Jackie Robinson day logo before the start of a game between the Los Angeles Angels and Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field.
Fans gather around Jackie Robinson statue prior to the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Washington Nationals at Dodger Stadium.
Miami Marlins and San Francisco Giants players and coaches wear number 42 on jerseys and t-shirts to honor Jackie Robinson Day at loanDepot Park.
Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier (39) wears a baseball cap honouring Jackie Robinson Day during batting practice before a game against the New York Yankees at Rogers Centre.