15th April 1947: Brooklyn Dodgers infielder and slugger Jackie Robinson (1919-1972) poses with teammates (L-R) Johnny 'Spider' Jorgensen, Harold 'Pee Wee' Reese and Eddie Stanky, on the steps of the Dodgers dugout during Robinson's first official game on the team, on Opening Day, Brooklyn, New York. Robinson was a first baseman during his first year with the team. (Photo by Photo File/Getty Images)
