Brian Schneider, Frank Robinson, & Livan Hernandez Autographed Meeting at the Mound Washington Nationals 12x18 Photo
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Frank Robinson manages his final game for the Washington Nationals

On October 1, 2006, Frank Robinson manages his final game for the Washington Nationals, as they lose to the New York Mets, 6-2. The Nationals had announced that Robinson’s contract, which expires on October 31, would not be renewed. Robinson managed the Expos/National for five seasons, beginning in 2002. The Hall of Fame outfielder was the first black manager in both the American and National leagues.