The reign is letting up Oct 16, 2008
Last month, he was named one of the finalists for the Roberto Clemente Award, named for the Hall of Famer who was killed while flying aid to victims of an earthquake in Nicaragua and given annually to the major leaguer who exhibits character on, and especially off, the field. Felipe Pena was at the ballpark Monday when his son's mammoth shot hit the light stanchion in left center. (Boston Globe)
Young legs kick into high gear Oct 13, 2008
Both the men's and women's races were settled in the last 100 meters as a pair of youngsters dashed down the cinder track at Roberto Clemente Field in the Fens to pull out the victories. After running virtually shoulder to shoulder with Gilbert Okari for the final 5 miles, 22-year-old Charles Munyeki, the youngest athlete in the men's elite field, broke away as the duo moved onto the home stretch. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Obituary: Bruce Dal Canton / Former Pirates pitcher (Today) Oct 10, 2008
His teammates included Hall of Famers Roberto Clemente, Willie Stargell and Bill Mazeroski. After his playing days, he was the pitching coach of the Atlanta Braves during the developmental years of John Smoltz, Tom Glavine and Steve Avery, the core of a rotation that gave fits to the National League. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Fans relive joy of Pirates' 1960 World Series win Oct 10, 2008
Despite all the extras, the centerpiece of the celebration remains the radio broadcast, which is timed to end as near as possible to 3:36 p.m., the moment that the ball sailed over the ivy-covered wall at a spot now marked by a plaque in the middle of Roberto Clemente Drive. Gang leader Herb Soltman of Scott, who had a banner made that reads: "Mazeroski 10-13-60 3:36 p.m.," says listening to the broadcast gives a feeling that the game is unfolding right now. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Bay, McLouth tabbed by beat reporters Oct 8, 2008
Nate McLouth was the unanimous recipient of the the local Roberto Clemente Award ... Bay's former outfield teammate, Nate McLouth, was the unanimous recipient of the chapter's other postseason honor -- the Roberto Clemente -- which is awarded to the Pirates player who best exemplifies the standard of excellence achieved by Clemente. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Annual Fall Youth Day a Success Oct 7, 2008
The day began with New Haven middle school football teams Roberto Clemente and Wexler Grant squaring off at 9:00 a.m. on the Class of 1954 Field at the Yale Bowl. Simultaneously Yale student-athletes greeted youngsters next to Yale Field, home of Yale Baseball, and they participated in various games and sports activities. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Get Out Events, Hunting & Fishing Calendar (Today) Oct 5, 2008
Weekends through October $5 student kayak rental at Kayak Pittsburgh, under Roberto Clemente Bridge, North Shore. Oct. 6-7 Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission quarterly meeting. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Yale Athletics Hosts Fall Youth Day This Saturday Oct 4, 2008
Wexler Grant takes on Roberto Clemente at 9:00 a.m., while Branford plays Old Saybrook after the Yale-Holy Cross game. Don't miss out on what will be a memorable day for everyone involved. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Ready to rollSkateboarders ask city for place to practice moves Oct 3, 2008
Wiggins said if the city has delayed because of location, they can transform the roller hockey rink located at the Roberto Clemente Sports Complex on Ninth Street in downtown Jersey City into a skate park. He said he would offer to help design the park, and recommends that the details are made of concrete so that it will last longer. (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Vazquez shrugs off comments from Guillen Sep 23, 2008
"Others communiques from Guillen this season have included: Guillen claimed umpire Phil Cuzzi has a vendetta against him. He was later fined. In early May, he went on an obscenity-filled rant in Toronto during a winless road trip, saying Chicago fans and media forgot very quickly that the White Sox won the World Series in 2005. He caused a stir by saying Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente was only the third best player to come out of Puerto Rico, behind and . He had to defend the presence of... (ESPN -- Baseball)
Orioles' Mora helping kids in Venezuela Sep 23, 2008
Mora, who was nominated for the Roberto Clemente Award this season for his work off the field, is in his fourth year of collecting new and gently used baseball equipment and uniforms, and sending them home to underprivileged children in his home country of Venezuela. "This time of year can be frustrating," Mora said. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Roberto Clemente Day held at PNC Park Sep 20, 2008
Jack Wilson (left), with team president Frank Coonelly, GM Neal Huntington and Roberto Clemente Jr., was honored before Friday's game ... PITTSBURGH -- Pirates Charities hosted its "Roberto Clemente Day of Giving" on Friday at PNC Park ... "It's great," said Roberto Clemente Jr., who was on hand to help kick off the festivities. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Young a finalist for Marvin Miller Award Sep 20, 2008
Zito: A former finalist for the Marvin Miller Man of the Year Award and MLB's Roberto Clemente Award, Zito is truly a humanitarian and an active leader in his community. His role in founding the "Strikeouts for Troops" organization is one of his major accomplishments. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
L.A. PARKER COLUMN: Ooh, baby, baby it's a wild world ... will get wilder Sep 20, 2008
Just when you think that Isles members would rest for a moment, they produce a Home and Harvest Fair in Roberto Clemente Park today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. The family-friendly fair will celebrate gardening and neighborhood revitalization. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Sox to play in '09 Civil Rights Game Sep 19, 2008
Past recipients of the MLB Beacon Award include Hall of Famer Frank Robinson, Emmy and Grammy Award-winning actress Ruby Dee, the late Johnson Publishing founder John H. Johnson, the late Negro League legend Buck O'Neil, award-winning filmmaker Spike Lee, and Vera Clemente, widow of Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente. Members of the teams that competed in the games there -- the Cardinals and Indians in 2007 and the Mets and White Sox in 2008 -- were awestruck when they toured the museum, which is an... (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Memphis loses MLB Civil Rights Game to Cincinnati Sep 19, 2008
This year s awards were presented to Frank Robinson; late publisher John Johnson, who founded Ebony and Jet magazines; and Vera Clemente, widow of Roberto Clemente. Solomon said those events would remain intact. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Pirates Notebook: Morgan relishes batting leadoff (Today) Sep 19, 2008
Each fan who contributes will receive a "21" button in honor of Roberto Clemente. Acknowledging the fans. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Reds' Phillips a surprise guest in school Sep 19, 2008
Earlier this month, Phillips was named the Reds' recipient of the 2008 Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevy. He is one of 30 Major League Club nominees for the national 2008 Roberto Clemente Award, which is given annually to the Major League Baseball player who combines outstanding skills on the baseball field with devoted work in the community. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Pirates Notebook: Payroll budget going up in 2009 (Today) Sep 14, 2008
Roberto Clemente Day activities, postponed by the rain two nights ago, will be made up Friday. Four medallions bearing the No. 21 have been placed on the 21-foot right-field fence that has become known as the Clemente Wall. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Memorable outfield assists Sep 13, 2008
Roberto Clemente 1971 World Series. It's difficult to find one "definitive" Clemente throw; his entire body of work created the legend surrounding his throwing arm. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Pirates take one from Cardinals Sep 13, 2008
The inclement weather forced the Pirates to postpone afternoon activities planned outside PNC Park in honor of Roberto Clemente Day. They were rescheduled for next Friday before the Pirates play Houston. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Clemente Day festivities rescheduled Sep 13, 2008
The event celebrates the life and community-service legacy of Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente ... PITTSBURGH -- Due to inclement weather, the Roberto Clemente Day of Giving originally planned for Friday has been rescheduled for Friday, Sept. 19, when the Pirates face the Astros at 7:05 p.m. ET. ... Shortstop Jack Wilson was given the Pirates' 2008 Roberto Clemente Award, awarded to a member of the team who combines outstanding skills on the field and devoted work in the community. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Cubs lose a close one Sep 12, 2008
Notes: Pujols was named the Cardinals recipient of the Roberto Clemente Award for community service in a pre-game ceremony. Cardinals 3B Troy Glaus strained his right shoulder striking out to end the third and was taken out. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Bucs recognized for community efforts Sep 12, 2008
HOUSTON -- As part of the "Roberto Clemente Day of Giving" at PNC Park on Friday, the Pirates will recognize one player from each of their six Minor League affiliates for their volunteer work in the Pirates Community Commitment Program this season ... The inaugural "Roberto Clemente Day of Giving" will also be marked by another awards celebration, this one to honor shortstop Jack Wilson, who is the Pirates' recipient of the 2008 Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevy ... The day will also... (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Pirates Notebook: Getting away from Ike (Today) Sep 12, 2008
Roberto Clemente Jr. will participate in the ceremony, as well as one honoring shortstop Jack Wilson as the local Clemente Award winner. The Pirates wore stars-and-stripes caps last night in recognition of the seventh anniversary of the 2001 terrorist attacks, and they will wear them all weekend, too. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Weather holds up for Pujols' golf event Sep 9, 2008
He's riding a hot streak at the plate, and last week he was named the Cardinals' nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award. Sunday was the "Buddy Walk" for the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis, supporting a meaningful cause for the Pujols family. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Bucs tie record for losing seasons Sep 8, 2008
With an excruciating, error-filled, erratic 11-6 loss to the San Francisco Giants on an otherwise golden Bay-side afternoon at AT&T Park, the 122-year-old Pittsburgh Baseball Club, the once-proud franchise of five World Series championships and Roberto Clemente and Honus Wagner, achieved an ignominious place in sporting history by clinching a 16th consecutive losing season. That ties the 1933-48 Philadelphia Phillies for the longest such streak in Major League Baseball, and it exceeds that of... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Grateful Cepeda honored with statue Sep 7, 2008
Many of Cepeda's relatives and friends also were present, including Vera Clemente, widow of Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente, Cepeda's longtime friend and fellow Puerto Rican. None of the VIPs received as much attention as Bonds, who drew sustained and repeated applause. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Cepeda ready for statue dedication Sep 6, 2008
"We know how hard it was for us to make it up here -- and how hard it was, especially for him, at that time. It's the greatest honor ever to be recognized that way. You're going to be immortalized, in a certain way." Vera Clemente, the widow of Pittsburgh Pirates great Roberto Clemente, saw fit to travel to San Francisco to participate in Cepeda's celebration. Cepeda said that he met Roberto Clemente in 1952, when the latter played for Cepeda's father and baseball model, Perucho, on an amateur... (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Maholm out to take big step toward 200 Sep 6, 2008
Vera Clemente, widow of Pirates legend Roberto Clemente, is on hand this weekend at AT. She's here for the dedication of the latest statue at AT: a likeness of former Giants great Orlando Cepeda, a longtime Clemente family friend and the second Puerto Rican (behind Roberto) to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. Jack Wilson remains sidelined because of his jammed right index finger and was described as "day-to-day" by manager John Russell. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Meche has rounded back into form Sep 6, 2008
Mark Teahen was recognized before Friday night's game as Kansas City's nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet to players who best exemplify baseball through sportsmanship, community service and contributions to their teams. A $7,500 check from Chevy was turned over by Teahen to his primary charity, the YMCA Challenger baseball program for disabled children. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Duckworth looks to keep rolling Sep 5, 2008
Because of Wednesday's rainout, Mark Teahen will be honored as the Royals' Roberto Clemente Award nominee before Friday night's game. Teahen also will serve free ice cream from 6 to 7 p.m. CT on Sunday at the Cold Stone Creamery in the Country Club Plaza. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Loney Dodgers Recipitent of Clemente Award Sep 4, 2008
The Dodgers and Major League Baseball announced that first baseman James Loney was named the Dodgers recipient of the 2008 Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevy. He is one of 30 Major League nominees for the national 2008 Roberto Clemente Award, which is given annually to the Major League Baseball player who combines outstanding skills on the baseball field with work in the community ... Tomorrow will mark the seventh annual Roberto Clemente Day, which was established by Major League... (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Let's talk pitching - not Braves pitching Sep 4, 2008
I just heard the Luis Gonzalez is the Marlns Roberto Clemente nominee ... The Braves Roberto Clemente nominee is Tim Hudson. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Edmonds stays calm down stretch Sep 4, 2008
09/03/2008 11:51 PM ET Edmonds stays calm about playoff push Chicago (85-55) at Cincinnati (61-78), Friday, 6:10 p.m. CT By 00004000 Carrie Muskat / MLB.com. CHICAGO -- Jim Edmonds has reached the postseason six times, all with the St. Louis Cardinals, and that includes three straight years of October baseball from 2004-06. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Pirates to hold Clemente Day of Giving Sep 4, 2008
PITTSBURGH -- Roberto Clemente died in a plane crash while helping others ... The "Roberto Clemente Day of Giving" is meant to celebrate the life and community service legacy of Clemente, the Pirates' Hall of Fame right fielder ... In a pregame ceremony, the 2008 Roberto Clemente Award will be given to shortstop Jack Wilson. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
LA riding high with big set looming Sep 4, 2008
The Dodgers recognized Loney for being named the organization's recipient of the Roberto Clemente Award before Wednesday's game. A video of Loney's charity visits was shown on DodgerVision, and Chevrolet presented a $7,500 check to Loney's charity of choice, Union Rescue Mission, for winning the award. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Harden will skip spot in rotation Sep 3, 2008
Dempster was named the Cubs recipient of the Roberto Clemente Award on Tuesday, marking his second such honor in the past three seasons. Today is Major League Baseball s seventh annual Roberto Clemente Day. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Butler is too much for A's Sep 3, 2008
Second baseman Mark Ellis was nominated for the Roberto Clemente Award, which recognizes the player who best exemplifies the game of baseball, sportsmanship, community involvement and positive contribution to their team. This article appeared on page D - 5 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Ramirez, Ethier lead Dodgers over Padres, 8-4 Sep 3, 2008
Loney is the Dodgers' representative among the 30 finalists - one from each team - for the Roberto Clemente Award. The Padres' finalist is closer Trevor Hoffman. (Anchorage Daily News)
Braves spoil Marlins' rally for wild 16-14 victory Sep 3, 2008
Luis Gonzalez was named the Florida Marlins recipient of the 2008 Roberto Clemente Award, given annually to the major-league player who combines outstanding skills on the field with devoted time in the community. ADVERTISEMENT. (Anchorage Daily News)
Dye's impact extends beyond the field Sep 3, 2008
The 34-year-old and veteran of 13 Major League seasons seasons has made as strong of an impact in the community as he has between the white lines, strong enough to earn the White Sox nomination for the 2008 Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet ... 2008 ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD FINALISTS. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Thome finds comfort in former home Sep 3, 2008
Jermaine Dye received Chicago's nomination for the Roberto Clemente Award. The award is given annually to a player who demonstrates the values Clemente displayed in his commitment to community. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Rollins aims to improve youth literacy Sep 3, 2008
For this and many other endeavors, the shortstop is the worthy Phillies nominee for the 2008 Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet. The award recognizes the player who best exemplifies the game of baseball, sportsmanship, community involvement and the individual's contribution to his team. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Brother spurs Frandsen's good works Sep 3, 2008
Frandsen's commitment to "Second to None" is only one reason why he's the Giants' nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet ... 2008 ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD FINALISTS. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Cuddyer nominee for Clemente Award Sep 3, 2008
But it's the way that he uses those tricks and his charismatic smile to help others off of the baseball field, which is why he is this year's Twins nominee for The Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet ... As the Twins' nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award back in 2006, Cuddyer was honored to have been linked to a man like Clemente ... "To be able to be associated with an award for somebody like Roberto Clemente, the humanitarian that he was, it's awesome. Words can't describe how it... (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Mora recognized with Clemente nod Sep 3, 2008
Now, Mora is seeing his work catch the attention of Major League Baseball as he has been selected as the Orioles' nominee for the 2008 Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet ... 2008 ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD FINALISTS. (MLB.com -- Baltimore Orioles)
Gonzalez up for Clemente Award Sep 3, 2008
For that, the veteran outfielder is the Marlins' nomination for the Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet. "He's definitely had a huge impact in the community," Marlins assistant of player relations Alex Morin said. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Giving to charity comes easy to Sizemore Sep 3, 2008
But that didn't stop Sizemore -- the Indians' nominee for the 2008 Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet -- from doing his best impression of a coach , at an RBI (Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities) baseball and health education clinic at Progressive Field ... 2008 ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD FINALISTS. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Clemente nominee Berkman follows Biggio Sep 3, 2008
But even with his early successes, he absorbed a great deal of knowledge from his iconic predecessors, and this year, he'll follow in the footsteps of Biggio as the Astros' nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet ... 2008 ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD FINALISTS. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Millwood is Rangers' Clemente nominee Sep 3, 2008
That kind of attitude is one of the reasons why Millwood is the Rangers' 2008 nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet. "I never really thought much about that," Millwood said. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Green Francis earns Clemente honor Sep 3, 2008
For his incredible involvement, Francis has been nominated by the Rockies for the Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet ... 2008 ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD FINALISTS. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Rays' Pena garners Clemente nomination Sep 3, 2008
For his efforts, Pena is a nominee for this year's Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet ... 2008 ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD FINALISTS. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Loney's Lounge earns Clemente nod Sep 3, 2008
Loney's Lounge is just one of many reasons why Loney is the Dodgers' nominee for The Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet ... 2008 ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD FINALISTS. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Phillips now a Reds ambassador Sep 3, 2008
No wonder the Reds made Phillips the club's nominee for the 2008 Roberto Clemente Award for community service ... 2008 ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD FINALISTS. (MLB.com -- Cincinnati Reds)
Youk's off-field work earns Clemente nod Sep 3, 2008
That type of attitude explains why Youkilis has been selected as the Red Sox's nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award, presented by Chevrolet ... 2008 ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD FINALISTS. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
Chaykun's Corner: Delco legend has backers Sep 1, 2008
" Claire wrote that he was amazed that at the age of 90, Mickey still recalls with an amazing accuracy details of so many things that happened in his 51 years of professional baseball. "He was a teammate of Ted Williams with the Boston Red Sox, watched in amazement at the power of Hank Aaron in Milwaukee and saw firsthand the remarkable play of Roberto Clemente with the 1960 Pirates," Claire wrote. "His list of teammates reads like a roll call at a Hall of Fame ceremony. "It is fitting that... (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Bobblehead mania Aug 29, 2008
I appreciate that OPS+ is not the end-all, but still Cash's OPS+ is higher than Ken Griffey, George Brett, Al Kaline, Billy Williams, Tony Gwynn, Joe Morgan, Rod Carew, Wade Boggs, Roberto Clemente, Dave Winfield, Rod Carew and Jim Rice, all of whom are in the Hall of Fame or will be shortly. Now, let me be quick to say that I am not suggesting that Cash was as good as any of these guys -- I'm not saying that at all -- I'm just saying Cash got on base, and he hit for power in a low-voltage era,... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Shelton plays where Clemente played Aug 12, 2008
Roberto Clemente played there. Decades ago, before he reached the major leagues, recorded 3,000 hits, and posthumously was inducted to baseball's Hall of Fame, Clemente patrolled the outfields in Puerto Rico. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Big Deals: Manny is dealt at the last moment Aug 1, 2008
Pudge is in a category with Willie Mays and Roberto Clemente - the only MLB players to hit over. 300 and win 12 or more Gold Gloves. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Pudge headed to the Bronx Aug 1, 2008
Willie Mays, Roberto Clemente and Rodriguez are the only three players in baseball history with at least 12 Gold Gloves and a career. 300 average or better. (News & Observer -- Sports)
PG South/East: Pirates qualify for Series (Today) Jul 31, 2008
The RBI program in Pittsburgh is tied to the Roberto Clemente Foundation as well as the Boys & Girls Club. The Pirates and RBI helped build a state-of-the-art baseball facility in Shadyside, which opened last year. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Yankees deal Hawkins to Astros Jul 31, 2008
His stint in pinstripes was rocky all around, including hearing jeers after he originally donned Paul O'Neill's unretired No. 21 as a tribute to Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente. Astros general manager Ed Wade said that his club had tried to sign Hawkins during the offseason before losing him to the Yankees, who inked Hawkins to a one-year, $3. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
So-longtoa realbaseball gentleman Jul 22, 2008
The late-'60s was a time when players like Carl Yastrzemski, Willie Mays, Roberto Clemente, Brooks Robinson and Bob Gibson reigned. But Murcer caught my attention for two reasons. (Elizabethtown Bladen Journal, NC)
Giants to design statue of Cepeda Jul 19, 2008
Orlando Cepeda (left) and Willie Mays are two of only 10 Giants players to have their jersey number retired. SAN FRANCISCO -- While Orlando Cepeda's statistical feats immortalized him in the minds of all Giants fans, the ballclub announced Friday its plan to further cement Cepeda's Bay Area legacy -- literally. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
