Aaron Judge reflects on the 'humbling' impact of Jackie Robinson Day

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

• Aaron Judge shared his thanks and pride during Jackie Robinson Day .
• During the special day, he wore a number 42 jersey to keep Robinson's legacy alive.
• The judge said that without the bravery of Jackie Robinson, he would not be where he is today. Along the way, Robinson paved the road for other players regardless of their background.
  

The New York Yankees recently hosted a special game on Jackie Robinson Day, and as per usual, Major League Baseball players wore jersey number 42. This is in tribute to Jackie Robinson, the baseball color barrier breaker. Aaron Judge called it a "humbling reminder". Aaron Judge, the Yankees captain, described how much this day matters to him and why it means a great deal.
Wearing jersey No. 42 makes Aaron Judge proud and emotionalEach year, on April 15th, all of the players throughout MLB wear jersey number 42, the same number worn by Jackie Robinson. It's highly special and a very emotional feel, Aaron Judge said, wearing that number. He realizes what a difficult path Jackie Robinson took and how much nerve he had to play baseball for the simple fact that Black ballplayers weren't being welcomed at the time.

Aaron Judge on Jackie Robinson Day:

"I wouldn't be standing here today without all the sacrifices that Jackie made, and a lot of people before me. It's a humbling reminder, looking back on his story and what he went through just to play this game."

— Bryan Hoch ⚾️ (@BryanHoch) April 15, 2025

Aaron Judge thinks Jackie Robinson didn't just change baseball, but he changed the world. He struggled for equality and provided all those young players with a chance to chase their dreams. Aaron Judge is grateful to play in a league where all the players are equal, and he knows it started with Robinson Jackie.
Yankees honor Robinson Jackie’s legacy on and off the fieldYankees manager Aaron Boone also made remarks on the day and said that Jackie Robinson is among the most important people in American history. Aaron Boone said Jackie Robinson's courage not only benefited baseball but also brought people together across the nation.

The Yankees attended various events celebrating Jackie Robinson. They performed a special ceremony before the game. Players told us how much they admire him and how much they would love to emulate him.

Aaron Judge respects Jackie Robinson the most. He is grateful for all that Jackie Robinson has achieved and realizes that he can play baseball today because of him. Having the number 42 on Jackie Robinson Day is an honor to him and the Yankees as a whole.

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