MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson Day every April 15th, but only 6.2% of this year’s rosters on opening day were Black, with the Twins having three Blacks or 11.5% of its 2024 roster.
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MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson Day every April 15th, but only 6.2% of this year’s rosters on opening day were Black, with the Twins having three Blacks or 11.5% of its 2024 roster.
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