Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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In this clip, we look back at the legendary Jackie Robinson’s retirement from baseball in 1956 and his historic induction into the National Baseball Hall of Fame just five years later. Robinson was elected in 1962, his very first year of eligibility, cementing his place as one of the game's all-time greats.

We hear directly from Jackie as he reflects on the deep emotions he and his wife, Rachel, shared during that monumental induction ceremony. After his playing days, Robinson’s impact only grew as he became a tireless activist for civil rights, dedicating himself to the NAACP and the fight for equality. This is a powerful look at the man who changed the game and the world forever.

The episode was hosted By Ken Howard, produced in 1982 for Season 9. Don't forget to like and subscribe to Greatest Sports Legends for more exclusive interviews and historic moments from the world of sports.

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