A GROUNDS CREW JACKET REPRESENTING JACKIE AND HIS ALL STARS

History: On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson stepped onto Ebbets Field for his first game with the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking the MLB “color line” as the first black player to play in the league. Jackie’s example of character, dignity, and toughness continues to inspire us today. While playing for the Dodgers’ affiliate in Montreal, Robinson formed the Jackie Robinson All-Stars, a collection of minor and major leaguers who toured around the country, giving fans a chance to see their heroes up close and personal.

The Grounds Crew program celebrates the workers who kept the baseball diamond in tip-top shape. The jacket is made from a soft but durable cotton with stretch. The jacket is lined with a lightweight cotton, which makes it ideal for spring and summer. Details include a metal zip closure, hand pockets, a chest pocket, sewn felt chest and back lettering, and tab adjusters for dialing in the fit.