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WEBVTT TRIBUTE CAME FROM A TEAMMATE. LOOKING BACK AT FRANK ROBINSON. >> MAKING THE NEWSPAPER AND THE RADIO. A HIGH DRIVE TO DEEP LEFT AND THAT IS GONE. >> IN EVERY ONE OF THE 586 HOMERUNS HIT BY FRANK ROBINSON, FANS KNEW THAT THEY SAW SOMETHING SPECIAL. IN 1966 HE WON A TRIPLE CROWN AND A WORLD SERIES. THAT WAS HIS FIRST YEAR IN BALTIMORE AFTER COMING OVER IN ARGUABLY THE BEST TRADE IN ORIELS HISTORY. A MONTH INTO HIS ORIEL CAREER HE BELTED THE FIRST HOMERUN EVER TO LEAVE MEMORIAL STADIUM. A BLAST COMMEMORATED WITH A FLAG THAT SIMPLY SAID "HERE ROBINSON TOOK 14 TRIPS TO THE ALL -- ALLSTAR GAME AND TWO WORLD SERIES WITH THE ORIELS AND PLAYED 21 YEARS IN MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL. AND HE IS THE ONLY ONE TO WIN THE MVP AWARD IN THE AMERICAN AND NATIONAL LEAGUE. HIS NUMBER WAS RETIRED BY BALTIMORE, CLEVELAND AND CINCINNATI. HE LEAD THE OUTFIELD AND IN HIS FIRST AT BAT AS PLAYER/MANAGER FOR CLEVELAND, ROBINSON MADE THE ULTIMATE IMPRESSION. HE HIT A HOMERUN. IN THE DUGOUT HE SPENT 16 MORE SEASONS WITH 14 OTHER TEAMS. HE STARTED WITH 21 CONSECUTIVE LOSSES IN 1988 WITH BALTIMORE. >> ♪ WHY NOT? Reporter: HE BOUNCED BACK WINNING MANAGER OF THE YEAR WITH THE REQUEST -- WITH THE WHY NOT ORIELS. AT AGE 70 WHEN MANY WATCH BALLGAMES, ROBINSON CONTINUED TO MANAGE. AFTER FIVE SEASONS WITH THE MONTREAL EXPOS WHO THEN BECOME THE NATIONALS, ROBINSON SERVED THE GAME OF BASEBALL IN THE COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE. ROBINSON WAS THE HONORARY PRESIDENT OF THE AMERICAN LEAGUE IN 2015. >> THE FIRST OF SIX, FRANK ROBINSON. Reporter: FRANK ROBINSON FINISHED HIS PROFESSIONAL CAREER WITH 586 HOMERS AND JUST 57 HITS SHY OF 3,000. HE LIKELY NEEDED TWO TROPHY ROOMS FOR ALL OF THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS HE EARNED PLAYING THE GAME. THE ULTIMATE TEAM PLAYER, HE PLAYED BASEBALL HIS ENTIRE LIFE. EVEN THOUGH HIS TIME ON EARTH HAS PASSED. NO ONE WILL EVER FORGET HIS I'M -- IMPRINT ON THE NATIONAL PASTIME. FRANK ROBINSON DEAD AT THE AGE OF 83. >> TRIBUTES FOR ROBINSON INCLUDE A STATEMENT FROM THE ANGELOS FAMILY WHO PRAISED HIM FOR HIS ACCOMPLISHMENTS ON AND OFF THE BASEBALL FIELD. THE STATEMENT SAYS IN PART, QUOTE, FRANK'S CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE ORIOLES AND HIS WORK AS AN AMBASSADOR FOR MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. IT IS A DIFFICULT DAY FOR OUR ORGANIZATION AND FOR OUR MANY FANS. WE SEND CONDOLENCES TO HIS WIFE, BARBARA, HIS DAUGH

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Baltimore Orioles Hall of Famer Frank Robinson has died at the age of 83.In every one of the 586 home runs by Robinson, fans knew they saw something special.Fans showed up to the bronze statue of Robinson at Camden Yards to pay their respects to the Orioles legend.A wreath and flowers are part of a growing memorial for Robinson. Fans have come to the statue to reflect on his legacy."My grandfather grew up here in Baltimore during that time period, and I was raised by hearing stories of him going to go to Memorial Stadium, watching him hit a home run that landed outside of the stadium," said Orioles fan Ilan Pluznik. "And it's really just a connection to my grandfather and witnessing his emotions that he had toward frank and just understanding he really did have a big impact on the people of Baltimore."In 1966, he won a triple crown and a World Series -- his first year in Baltimore after coming over in arguably the best trade in Orioles history. Just a month into his Oriole career, he belted the first home run ever to leave Memorial Stadium, a blast commemorated with a flag that simply said, "HERE.""At the time he came, he was the organization. He put them on the map, he helped them win a World Series, and it was him everybody talks about how he was the man," said Jeff Chambers, another Orioles fan. Robinson took 14 trips to the All-Star Game, helped win two World Series with the O's and played 21 years in Major League Baseball. He's the only player to win the MVP award in both the American and National League. His number, 20, is retired by Baltimore, Cleveland and Cincinnati. He moved to managing after leaving the outfield -- the first African-American to manage a big-league ball club in history. In his first at-bat as a player-manager for Cleveland, Robinson made the ultimate impression but hitting a home run. In the dugout, Robinson spent 16 more seasons with four teams. He holds part of the dubious accomplishment of starting a season with 21 consecutive losses in 1988. Robinson bounced back the next season, winning the manager of the year award with the "Why Not" Orioles of 1989. At age 70, when most people spend some of their retirement time watching ballgames, Robinson continued to manage. After five seasons with the Montreal Expos, who became the Washington Nationals, Robinson continued to serve the game of baseball in the commissioner's office. Robinson became an honorary president of the American League in 2015. Robinson finished his professional career with 586 home runs and just 57 hits shy of 3,000. He likely needed two trophy rooms for all of the accomplishments he earned playing this game. The ultimate team player, Robinson breathed baseball his entire life. Even though his time on Earth has passed, no one will ever forget his imprint on the national pastime. An Oriole great. A baseball legend. Frank Robinson dead, at the age of 83.Eddie Murray released a statement, saying: "I was saddened to hear that Frank Robinson passed away today. He was a great player. As an African-American youth, I looked up to Frank and Jackie Robinson. My thoughts are with the Robinson family."Cal Ripken Jr. released a statement, saying: "I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my friend and former manager. My thoughts today are with Frank's family. Frank wasn't just an all-time great Oriole, but one of the greatest ball players in history. He was a legendary figure and a trailblazer. He will be missed by all of us Orioles fans but he certainly will never be forgotten."Brooks Robinson released a statement, saying: "Frank Robinson was an amazing player and a great friend. When he came to the Orioles in 1966, it put us over the top. He was the best player I ever played with. "More importantly, I am grateful that Frank and I were great friends. I spoke with him as he battled this cancer. He was in good spirits a few days ago and he wanted to be home with his wife, Barbara, and daughter, Nichelle. Connie and I will miss him dearly and we are both deeply saddened by his death."The Angelos family released a statement, saying: "Frank Robinson was not only one of the greatest players in Orioles history, but was also one of the premier players in the history of baseball. Fans will forever remember Frank for his 1966 season in which he won the Triple Crown and was named MVP during a year that brought Baltimore its first World Series championship. His World Series MVP performance capped off one of the greatest individual seasons in baseball history. An Orioles Legend and a Baseball Hall of Famer, Frank brought us so many wonderful memories, including two championships, during his time in Baltimore."As the first African-American manager in Major League history, Frank was a proponent of civil rights causes on and off the field, including policies that paved the way for minorities to have increased access to executive and management positions in baseball. His leadership in the front office and as manager of the Orioles was highlighted by being named the American League Manager of the Year in 1989. To this day, Frank remains the only person in Orioles history to serve as a player, coach, manager, and front office executive."Frank's contributions to the Orioles and his work as an ambassador for Major League Baseball will never be forgotten. This is a difficult day for our entire organization and for our many fans. We extend our condolences to his wife, Barbara, his daughter, Nichelle, his entire family, and his many friends across our game."