Remembering Jackie Robinson

April 15 is a special day in the history of baseball. It was on this day in 1947 that Jackie Robinson became the first black person to play in the top professional league in the United States.African-American players had to play in their own league - called the Negro League - until that time.Now, 60 years later, the Dodgers, the team Robinson played for, are honoring their former player with Jackie Robinson Day. Other teams are also honoring Robinson with special ceremonies.The number on Robinson's uniform was 42. In honor of Robinson, no other professional player is allowed to wear the number 42 on his uniform. Robinson is also remembered for his excellent skills as a player. He died in 1972.