5/7/1950 Jackie Robinson Brooklyn Dodgers Game-Used Home Run Baseball

Jackie Robinson’s Historic Home Run Ball: A Piece of Baseball Legacy

A Momentous Day at Forbes Field

On May 7, 1950, the legendary Jackie Robinson stepped onto the field at Forbes Field, home of the Pittsburgh Pirates, to face off against the Brooklyn Dodgers. With the game tied at 2-2 in the top of the sixth inning, Robinson faced Pirates pitcher Murray Dickson. On an 0-1 count, Robinson delivered a powerful swing, sending the ball soaring into left field for a solo home run. This pivotal hit secured a 3-2 victory for the Dodgers, marking Robinson’s ninth home run of the season.

The Significance of Forbes Field

Forbes Field, a historic venue, had undergone significant changes in 1947 when the bullpens were moved from foul ground to left field, creating what was known as “Greenberg Gardens” to accommodate Hank Greenberg. After Greenberg’s retirement, the area was renamed “Kiner’s Korner” in honor of Ralph Kiner. It was into this storied section of the field that Robinson’s home run ball landed, adding another layer of history to the site.

The Provenance of a Legendary Baseball

The baseball that Robinson hit out of Forbes Field on that fateful day is now available for auction. Our consignor acquired this unique piece of history directly from Tommy Levy, the nephew of 1950 Pirates coach Lenny Levy. According to the consignor, Lenny Levy was in the Pirates bullpen when Robinson’s home run ball landed. He retrieved the ball and later gifted it to his nephew, Tommy. The ball is an ONL Frick baseball, with “Jackie Robinson Sunday 5/7/50 May” inscribed in blue marker, and it exhibits excellent signs of game-use, including dirt spotting.

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity

• Historical Significance: This baseball represents a key moment in Jackie Robinson’s illustrious career, a testament to his impact on the game.
• Unique Provenance: The ball’s journey from the field to the auction block is well-documented, adding to its allure.
• Condition and Authenticity: The ball shows signs of game-use, further validating its authenticity and connection to that historic day.
• Exclusive Ownership: Owning this piece means possessing a tangible link to one of baseball’s most iconic figures.

The historical significance of this baseball cannot be overstated. It is truly a once-in-a-lifetime chance to own a documented home run ball from Jackie Roosevelt Robinson, one of the most iconic Hall of Famers in baseball history. This extraordinary artifact is not just a piece of sports memorabilia; it is a fragment of baseball history, a symbol of Robinson’s enduring legacy and the indelible mark he left on the game. Explore more about such exclusive baseball memorabilia and other sports memorabilia at Grey Flannel Auctions.

* This text was generated from the original auction listing.