Mariano Rivera

Mariano Rivera, the all-time saves leader with 652 regular-season saves and a staggering 42 in the postseason, is widely considered the greatest closer in baseball history. A 13-time All-Star and five-time World Series champion with the Yankees, Rivera was the first player unanimously elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2019. A native of Panama, Rivera's journey to greatness is a story of perseverance, humility, and precision.

Rivera has spoken reverently about Jackie Robinson’s legacy, acknowledging how Robinson's integration of the game laid the groundwork not only for Black Americans but for all players of color, including international stars like himself. His participation in Jackie Robinson Day and support for educational causes aligns closely with the mission of the Jackie Robinson Museum. Rivera's career—and quiet leadership—demonstrates how the barriers Robinson broke continue to create opportunities for greatness around the globe.