September 22, 1953, Ebbets Field, only 2,365 fans see Jackie Robinsonās only career appearance at shortstop, at his request (1st SS start since Negro Leagues).
Jackie had 3 assists and 2 putouts (Photo: snaring liner in 5th off the bat of Danny OāConnell below) as Brooklyn wrapped up a 60-17 home record in ā53 with a 5-4 win over Pittsburgh Pirates
Robinson, walked in all four plate appearances, scored a run, and stole a base.
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