1977 -
Hank Aaron becomes the first player to have his uniform number retired by two teams as the
Atlanta Braves retire his No. 44 during a pre-game ceremony; the
Milwaukee Brewers had previously retired Aaron's number.
1997 - The 50th anniversary of
Jackie Robinson's breaking Major League baseall's color barrier is celebrated before 54,047 at
Shea Stadium during a game between the
New York Mets and
Los Angeles Dodgers. U.S. President
Bill Clinton and Jackie's widow, Rachel Robinson, both speak during the 35-minute presentation, and acting
Commissioner of BaseballBud Selig announces that Robinson's number 42 will be retired in perpetuity for every team.
1977 -
Hank Aaron becomes the first player to have his uniform number retired by two teams as the
Atlanta Braves retire his No. 44 during a pre-game ceremony; the
Milwaukee Brewers had previously retired Aaron's number.
1997 - The 50th anniversary of
Jackie Robinson's breaking Major League baseall's color barrier is celebrated before 54,047 at
Shea Stadium during a game between the
New York Mets and
Los Angeles Dodgers. U.S. President
Bill Clinton and Jackie's widow, Rachel Robinson, both speak during the 35-minute presentation, and acting
Commissioner of BaseballBud Selig announces that Robinson's number 42 will be retired in perpetuity for every team.