Why Frank Robinson Remains One of Baseball’s Most Influential Icons

Frank Robinson was a trailblazing MLB icon whose power, leadership, and historic achievements reshaped baseball. The only player to win MVP honors in both leagues, he hit 586 home runs, starred in more than 10 All-Star Games, and led the Orioles to several World Series titles. In 1975, he broke barriers again as MLB’s first Black manager, cementing his lasting influence.