A mural honoring Jackie Robinson and Minnie Miñoso was defaced with racist graffiti in Miami's Overtown neighborhood on June 5, 2025. The mural, which pays tribute to the two legendary baseball players, was vandalized with offensive and racist messages, sparking outrage and condemnation from the community. The defaced mural was covered with plywood shortly after the incident to protect it from further damage and to shield passersby from the offensive graffiti. The act of vandalism occurred in the early hours of the morning, and the perpetrators have not yet been identified. The community and local authorities are working together to address the incident and to restore the mural to its original state. Jackie Robinson and Minnie Miñoso are both celebrated figures in the history of baseball. Robinson broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball in 1947, while Miñoso became the first Black player in the American League in 1951. Both players faced significant racial discrimination during their careers but are remembered for their contributions to the sport and their efforts to promote racial equality. The mural in Overtown was created to honor their legacies and to inspire future generations. The defacement of the mural has led to calls for increased vigilance and protection of public art that celebrates diversity and inclusion. Community leaders and local officials are collaborating to enhance security measures in the area and to promote unity and respect among residents. Efforts are also underway to repair the mural and to ensure that such acts of vandalism do not occur in the future. The community remains hopeful that the mural will be restored to its original glory, serving as a continued reminder of the enduring legacies of Jackie Robinson and Minnie Miñoso.