Frank Robinson, a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame and MLB's first black manager, died on Thursday at the age of 83 in Los Angeles, Sports Illustrated reported.
Robinson was the first player to win an MVP Award in both the National and American Leagues. He also became manager of the Cleveland Indians in 1975, becoming the first black manager in MLB history.
Robinson was known for his sheer power at the plate. As a member of the Baltimore Orioles, he became the 11th player in MLB history to hit 500 home runs. He finished his career with 586 home runs, placing him 10th for most home runs in a career.
Robinson's career started with the Cincinnati Reds in 1956 as he won the Rookie of the Year Award in the National League that year. As a member of the Reds, he was the 1961 National League MVP.
After 10 seasons in Cincinnati, he joined the Baltimore Orioles, and won a World Series in his first season in Baltimore. He also won the American League MVP Award that year after earning the Triple Crown. He would again win a World Series title in 1970.
