Why Roberto Clemente’s Career Is Still Celebrated

Roberto Clemente was not only an extraordinary MLB icon, 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 affiliate in 1954. However, the Pit

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Exploring Walter Johnson’s Baseball Legacy

Walter Johnson, an iconic figure in early Major League Baseball, left an indelible mark on baseball history, spanning a legendary 21-year career with the Washington Senators from 1907 to 1927. Hailing from Kansas in the late 19th century, his family relocated westward, where his pitching skills were first noticed. Local players were stunned by t

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