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Man Sentenced For Stealing Jackie Robinson Statue, Found Smoldering

Man sentenced for stealing Jackie Robinson statue due to fentanyl addiction. Replacement statue to be unveiled by League 42 youth baseball league in Kansas.

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Kansas man sentenced to prison for stealing bronze Jackie Robinson statue

The man who stole a bronze Jackie Robinson statue that was cut off at the ankles and found days later smoldering in a trash can in a city park in Kansas will spend about 15 years in prison, although most of that sentence is related to a burglary that happened…

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Running for the Gold: History Channel Revisits Jesse Owens' Olympics Triumph in New Documentary

'Jesse Owens and the Berlin Olympics' director Andre Gaines says sprinter's 1936 Germany Olympics achievements remain relevant today

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Baseball's Awkward Attempt at Making Amends for Its History of Segregation

Is Josh Gibson the best hitter in major league history? Sadly, we'll never know, no matter what the record books say.

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MLB has integrated Negro Leagues stats. Is it too little, too late?

Josh Gibson, nicknamed the Black Babe Ruth, is belatedly recognized as the all-time hit king and a tribute game will be held in Alabama today – but only 5.7% of players are now Black Americans

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Rickwood Field, a time capsule of opportunity and oppression, welcomes MLB for Negro Leagues tribute

Rickwood Field will host an MLB game between the St. Louis Cardinals and San Francisco Giants on Thursday

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Saying a final goodbye to Willie Mays, baseball’s ‘Say hey kid’

In 1959, when Soviet Premier Nikita Khruschev visited San Francisco and members of the International Longshoreman’s Union greeted him with cheers, newspaperman Frank Coniff quipped: “This is the damndest city. They cheer Khruschev and boo Willie Mays.”

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Caitlin Clark is no princess in a tower. Every hit is a strange compliment

The Indiana Fever star has endured a brutal welcome to the professional ranks. But it was no different for the likes of Michael Jordan and Peyton Manning

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Janet Marie Smith Upgrades Urban Ballparks For Today's Fans

Janet Marie Smith has overseen the preservation of Boston's Fenway Park and helped turn Atlanta's Olympic Stadium into Turner Field.

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Negro League Players' Stats Officially Integrated Into MLB Record Books

The integration of Negro Leagues records into MLB recognizes legendary players like Josh Gibson, enhancing diversity and honoring their contributions.

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Records Rewritten As Baseball Incorporates Negro Leagues Stats

Major League Baseball formally adopted statistics from the racially segregated Negro Leagues into its official history on Wednesday, rewriting the record books at a stroke in a landmark move which confronts the sport's racist past.

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Josh Gibson becomes MLB career and season batting leader as Negro Leagues statistics incorporated

Josh Gibson became Major League Baseball’s career leader with a

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Wat Misaka: the Japanese American star who broke the NBA’s color barrier

The 5ft 7in point guard’s career took him from Utah to New York City and a national title. But he was the last person to boast about his achievements

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Jackie Robinson is rebuilt in bronze in Colorado after theft of statue from Kansas park

Metalsmiths in Colorado are remaking Jackie Robinson in bronze after the theft of a beloved Kansas statue of the civil rights baseball icon set off a national outpouring of donations

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Man Pleads Guilty In Theft Of Jackie Robinson Statue

A man pleads guilty to stealing a bronze Jackie Robinson statue in Kansas. The statue was found cut off at the ankles and smoldering in a trash can.

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MLB Honors Jackie Robinson's Legacy On 77Th Anniversary

MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson's 77th anniversary, highlighting his impact on baseball and society. Tribute jerseys, family presence, and reflections on hi...

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MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson Day: Honoring the legacy of the barrier-breaking baseball icon

Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball on April 15, 1947, when he made his debut for the Brooklyn Dodgers

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Honoring The Greatest Sports Icons In History

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Exploring The Top 10 Sports Mavericks Who Redefined The Game

Explore the stories of iconic athletes who broke barriers and inspired change in the world of sports.

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Aries' Hall Of Fame: Honoring Remarkable Achievers And Icons

When it comes to the zodiac sign Aries, there is no shortage of famous personalities who have left a lasting impact on the world. Known for their boldness, passion, and determination, Aries individuals have made significant contributions in various fields.

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Exploring The Top 10 Iconic Sports Jerseys Of Legendary Athletes

Explore iconic sports jerseys worn by legendary athletes like Michael Jordan, Pele, and Serena Williams.

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Kentuckians to commemorate 60th anniversary of Civil Rights march in Frankfort

March 5th marks the 60th anniversary of an event known as the March on Frankfort

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Man charged with theft and destruction of Jackie Robinson statue

Learn about the stolen and destroyed statue of Jackie Robinson in Wichita, Kansas, and the arrest made in connection to the theft. No evidence of a racial ...

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Arrest made in stolen Jackie Robinson statue case, not hate crime

Learn about the recent arrest in Wichita, Kansas regarding the theft and destruction of a bronze statue of baseball legend Jackie Robinson. The suspect, Ri...

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Man Charged with Stealing Jackie Robinson Statue for Scrap Metal

A 45-year-old man has been charged with stealing a Jackie Robinson statue in Wichita, Kansas, with the intention of selling it for scrap metal, according t...

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