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“We win if the world is convinced of two things, that you are a fine gentleman, and a great baseball player.”

Quote by Branch Rickey

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Branch Rickey was a distinguished American baseball executive and player, renowned for his pivotal role in integrating Major League Baseball by signing Jackie Robinson in 1947. A Hall of Famer, his influence on baseball is still profoundly felt today. more

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