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Cubs historical sleuthing: Jackie Robinson edition

Jackie Robinson, as you all know, was a pioneer for Black players in Major League Baseball.

Robinson played 195 games against the Cubs in his 10-year career. This photo shows him sliding into third base, and the information we have from Getty Images is:

In the 6th inning of today’s game between the Brooklyn Dodgers and the Chicago Cubs, played at Ebbets Field, Robinson of Brooklyn is shown sliding safely into third, after hitting a triple to center field. Pafko, of the Cubs, is waiting for the throw as the umpire stands by.