Dodgers News: Jackie Robinson Statue Arrives at Chavez Ravine
On the 70th anniversary of Jackie Robinson’s MLB debut, the Dodgers planned something extra special.
A 10-foot statue of Robinson will be placed outside Dodger Stadium. Robinson, of course, is an immortal figure in baseball history as the first African American to play in the league.
The statue was sculpted by Branly Cadet. Construction was announced a year ago to the day.
Jackie's coming home.
Be at Dodger Stadium on Saturday when the first 40K fans in attendance get a replica statue! https://t.co/DZQkfNw0Kj pic.twitter.com/nryB7U6OkT
— Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) April 10, 2017
Jackie Robinson statue has arrived at #Dodgers Stadium. Being prepared for unveiling on April 15 pic.twitter.com/qeO9yCCFHJ
— Bill Plunkett (@billplunkettocr) April 10, 2017
The first 40,000 fans in attendance will receive a replica Robinson statue. It is the middle contest of a three-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.