What records does Jackie Robinson hold?

Answer 1

Jackie Robinson holds the career record for field percentage by a second baseman, .992 (minimum of 150 games). He shares the single-season record for most double plays by a second baseman, 137 in 1951. He led the National League in stolen bases and in double plays by a second baseman on several occasions.

Answer 2

Robinson played 10 years in the Major Leagues, all with the Brooklyn Dodgers from 1947 through 1956. He had a career batting average of .311, hit 137 home runs, had 734 RBIs, stole 197 bases, was named Rookie of the Year in 1947, the first year of that award. He was named the National League's Most Valuable Player in 1949 and was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962.

Answer 3

Jackie Robinson won the Rookie of the Year in 1947, and the MVP Award in 1949.

Answer 4

Jackie Robinson was the first African American man to play in the National Baseball League. Robinson also holds the record for stealing bases in 1947 and 1949.

Answer 5

Most double plays ina season with 137 in 1951.

Answer 6

he was the first African American to play baseball