April 8, 1975: Frank Robinson hits a HR in his first at bat as player/manager

At the end of the 1974 season, Cleveland announced that Frank Robinson would manage the Indians in 1975.  He became the first black player/manager in major league history.   

On opening day 1975, Frank hit a HR in his first at bat in the dual role.   It was a great way to break into the job.

Robinson managed Cleveland, San Francisco, Baltimore and retired with Washington.  He never took a team to the post season but he was the first base coach for the Orioles in the 1979 World Series.    As a player, he played in 5 World Series and won the MVP in both leagues.

Frank died in 2019.

P.S.  You can listen to my show.  If you like our posts, please look for ”Donate” on the right column of the blog page.

---