The answer is Jackie Robinson.  In 1947, he became the first African-American player in Major League Baseball.  He was honored as Rookie of the YEar (then only awarded to one player).  Two years later, he was given the National League MVP for a stellar season.\n\nJackie Robinson was a pioneer in the MLB and his memory is still kept alive becuase is his number is retired league-wide.
Which National League baseball player was the Rookie of the Year in 1947 and MVP in 1949?