Clemente was not only an extraordinary athlete, but also a voice for social justice. Born on August 18, 1934, in Carolina, Puerto Rico, and would go on to leave a permanent mark on Major League Baseball and society at large. Clemente’s career began in earnest when he signed with the Brooklyn Dodgers’ minor league affiliate in 1954. However,
How Roberto Clemente Set the Standard for Baseball Excellence
Roberto Clemente was not only an extraordinary MLB icon, but also a voice for social justice. Born on August 18, 1934, in Carolina, Puerto Rico, and would go on to leave a enduring mark on Major League Baseball and society at large. The Brooklyn Dodgers initially signed Clemente to a minor league contract in 1954. However, the Pittsburgh Pirates