23K views · 852 reactions | In his final public appearance, Jackie Robinson spoke of his hopes for the future of baseball ahead of the second game of the 1972 World Series between the A's and Reds. He knew then, as we know now, that there is still work to be done. Find the full pregame ceremony at https://youtu.be/0hNF65zWB6k #Jackie42 | Athletics | Facebook

10K views · 322 reactions | Today In 1972: Baseball legend Jackie Robinson makes his last public appearance before Game 2 of the World Series in Cincinnati, urging #MLB to hire the first Black manager. Sadly, Jackie would pass away just nine days later at the age of 53. #History #Postseason #WorldSeries | Baseball by BSmile | Facebook