1955 Topps #50 Jackie Robinson MLB Baseball Trading Card (Beckett 3). One of the most iconic players the game has ever produced. Jackie Robinson is a household name whether or not you even like the game of baseball. Often credited with breaking the MLB color barrier, Robinson is often billed as the first African-American to play baseball in the MLB (this however is often disputed). Although this aspect often overshadowed his actual playing talent it should be noted that he might be the greatest 2nd basemen to have ever played the game.