The Puerto Rican legend Roberto Clemente was not only an extraordinary MLB icon, but also a voice for social justice. He was born in 1934 in 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 Pittsburg
From Puerto Rico to Cooperstown: Roberto Clemente’s Story
The Puerto Rican legend Roberto Clemente was not only an extraordinary baseball player, but also a symbol of humanitarianism. He was born in 1934 in Puerto Rico, and would go on to leave a lasting mark on Major League Baseball and society at large. Clemente’s career began in earnest when he signed with the Brooklyn Dodgers’ minor league affi