Description
As nutstanding athlete at UCLA, where he played baseball, basketball, and football, Jack Roosevelt “Jackie” Robinson was the first African American to play in the modern major leagues – and the first elected to the Hall of Fame (1962). Admired for his aggressive style of play and team leadership, he was Rookie of the Year (1947) and NL MVP (1949). His lifetime batting average was .311. Highlights of his career appear on the back of this ornament.
Fourth and final in the Baseball Heroes Series
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary in Baseball
Artist: Dill Rhodus
Size: 2 1/2″ H
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