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=In a classic matchup for the 1952 World Series,the Dodgers faced intracicty rival, the Yankees. During Robinson's 10 year MLB career, the 2 teams met 6 times for the World Championship,with Brooklyn winning the title in 1955. Robinson was mainly a second,first,and third baseman. The Dodgers moved to LA and became the team as we know them now the Los Angeles Dodgers after the 1957 season. Robinson attended UCLA where he lettered in 4 sports: track,baseball,football and basketball. He served inthe US Army from 1941-1944. According to the official site of Robinson's estate, "Robinson married Rachel Isum in 1946." They had 3 children: Jackie JR., Sharon,& David. His batting average .311hits, 1,518HR, 137RBI, 134SB. =