Statue of Roberto Clemente
Roberto 3000 Hit Jersey & Helmet
Roberto Clemente 1971 Batting Helmet and Jersey possibly worn during the World Series. Also features the 1971 All Star Game Bat and one of his 4 Silver Bat Awards.
Photo: Jean Fruth / National Baseball Hall of Fame
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Presidential Medal of Freedom
July, 2003 - President and First Lady Bush posthumously present the Medal of Freedom to Roberto Clemente.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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Medal of Freedom to Roberto Clemente
The Presidential Medal of Freedom is America’s highest civil award. It is conferred upon men and women of high achievement in both public service and athletics, business, and other fields.
Photo: Jean Fruth / National Baseball Hall of Fame
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1983 President Reagan Certificate of Commendation
In recognition of Roberto Clemente's sacrifice to the people of Nicaragua in attempting to assist them during the aftermath of the 1972 earthquake. Dated October 12, 1983. Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1994-95 Hall of Fame Awards
1994 Nicaragua Amatuer Baseball Hall of Fame Ring &
1995 Humanitarian Hall of Fame Award
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1973 National Baseball
Hall of Fame Plaque
A special election was held just a month into 1973 that voted Roberto in almost unanimously, making him and Lou Gehrig the only two players in history to have the five-year waiting period waived.
Photo: National Baseball Hall of Fame
Congressional Gold Medal
May 1973
CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL
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1972 Roberto Clemente 3000th Hit
Iconic shot of 3000th at Three Rivers Stadium. It was his final career base hit, making him the only member of the club to have exactly 3000 hits and no more. Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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Roberto hitting 3000th Commemorative Plaque
Iconic shot of Roberto hitting his 3000th at Three Rivers Stadium.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1971 World Series Ring
Roberto received this ring after the 1971 World Series win, where he cemented his legacy as one of the great players. Danny Murtaugh had a message engraved on the lid: “Anybody who thinks the Pirates are dead is in for a rude awakening.” Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1971 World Series Action
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1971 World Series Action
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1971 World Series MVP Award
The 1971 Babe Ruth Award was awarded based on batting of .414 in the seven-game series,. He was the first Latin-American/Caribbean player to be a World Series MVP. Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1972 Special Edition 440 Magnum Charger
The 440 Magnum Charger was given to Roberto as a gift when he was selected as the 1971 World Series MVP. He loved the car and it was a common sight around the island in the last year of his life.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1961-67 Silver Bat Awards
Roberto’s Silver Bats commemorated his excellent performances at the plate during crucial seasons. Roberto also won in ’61, 64, ’65, and ’67. Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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Presentation of 1964 Silver Bat Award
Here you can see National League President Warren Giles presenting the award in 1964. Roberto won four times with batting averages of .351 in ’61, .339 in ’64, .329 in ’65, and .357 in ’67.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1960 World Series Ring
Historic ring awarded to the Pirates for the 1960 World Series, Roberto’s first. Note the miniature Forbes Field inside of the inset.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1962 Gold Glove Award
Roberto’s 2nd Gold Glove Award was presented in recognition of his excellent outfield performance that year.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1962 Gold Glove Award
Roberto’s 2nd Gold Glove Award was presented in recognition of his excellent outfield performance that year.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1964 Gold Glove Award
Roberto’s 4th Gold Glove Award was presented in recognition of his excellent outfield performance that year.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1965 Gold Glove Award
Roberto’s 5th Gold Glove Award was presented in recognition of his excellent outfield performance that year.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1965 Gold Glove Award
Roberto’s 5th Gold Glove Award was presented in recognition of his excellent outfield performance that year.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1966 Gold Glove Award
Roberto’s 6th Gold Glove Award was presented in recognition of his excellent outfield performance that year.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1968 Gold Glove Award
Roberto’s 8th Gold Glove Award was presented in recognition of his excellent outfield performance that year.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1969 Gold Glove Award
Roberto’s 9th Gold Glove Award was presented in recognition of his excellent outfield performance that year.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1970 Gold Glove Award
Roberto’s 10th Gold Glove Award was presented in recognition of his excellent outfield performance that year.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1972 Gold Glove Award Presentation
Roberto’s 12th and final Gold Glove Award was presented to Vera in April 1973. Roberto Clemente and Willie Mays are tied for most Gold Gloves awarded to an outfielder. Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1972 Gold Glove Award
Roberto’s 12th and final Gold Glove Award was presented to Vera in April 1973. Roberto Clemente and Willie Mays are tied for most Gold Gloves awarded to an outfielder. Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1991 Rawlings Gold Glove Award
Presented posthumously to commemorate Roberto’s induction to the Gold Glove Hall of Fame. Places him in an elite company with Mays, Kaat, Robinson, and many others. Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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1967-68 Puerto Rican Baseball All-Star Trophy
& Winter League Ring
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
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45 Years of Award Winners

Last September marked the 45th anniversary of Roberto’s 3,000th hit. One of baseball’s most triumphant moments, the crown jewel of baseball’s most beloved player. But for Roberto it wasn’t all about the records broken and games won. It was about his service to humanity. He once said that he wanted “to be remembered as a ballplayer who gave all he had to give.” His statement wasn’t specific to baseball. Roberto considered himself, rst and foremost, a servant to humanity. It was about his service to humanity.

Last September marked the 45th anniversary of Roberto’s 3,000th hit. One of baseball’s most triumphant moments, the crown jewel of baseball’s most beloved player. But for Roberto it wasn’t all about the records broken and games won.

To right: Susan Wagner Roberto Clemente sculpture
Photo: Jean Fruth / National Baseball Hall of Fame

Celebration of the
World Changers

In 1971, Willie Mays received the award as well as Brooks Robinson in 1972, which was then called the Commissioner’s Award. In 1973, the award was given to Al Kaline as the Roberto Clemente Award for its humanitarian qualities.

Thankfully, over 40 of the Clemente award winners are still with us today. Many retired, but still active and doing good work for their communities.  We hope to have as many of them present as possible for the Clemente Hall of Fame dedication ceremony in November. Our Hall of Fame is a celebration of these humanitarian efforts. Our hope is that we can help cultivate the next generation of world-changers.

Left: Kids at historic Santurce Cangrejeros dugout.
Photo: Jean Fruth / National Baseball Hall of Fame

Kept in a Place of Honor

The Roberto Clemente Award has been given out for nearly 50 years. What makes this award stand out among the many awards the MLB honors its players is its humanity. Award winners embody Roberto’s values on the diamond and in the community. The Roberto Clemente Award has established itself as one of baseball’s most prestigious humanitarian awards. Award winner Albert Pujols’s Roberto Clemente Award occupies a place of honor in his home away from his many other awards. In 2017, Anthony Rizzo was similarly honored and stated, “It’s the greatest award you can win…

Right: Statue at the Roberto Clemente Stadium in Carolina.
Photo: Jean Fruth / National Baseball Hall of Fame

Celebration of the
World Changers

In 1971, Willie Mays received the award as well as Brooks Robinson in 1972, which was then called the Commissioner’s Award. In 1973, the award was given to Al Kaline as the Roberto Clemente Award for its humanitarian qualities.

Thankfully, over 40 of the Clemente award winners are still with us today. Many retired, but still active and doing good work for their communities.  We hope to have as many of them present as possible for the Clemente Hall of Fame dedication ceremony in November. Our Hall of Fame is a celebration of these humanitarian efforts. Our hope is that we can help cultivate the next generation of world-changers.

Left: Kids at historic Santurce Cangrejeros dugout.
Photo: Jean Fruth / National Baseball Hall of Fame

Kept in a Place of Honor

The Roberto Clemente Award has been given out for nearly 50 years. What makes this award stand out among the many awards the MLB honors its players is its humanity. Award winners embody Roberto’s values on the diamond and in the community. The Roberto Clemente Award has established itself as one of baseball’s most prestigious humanitarian awards. Award winner Albert Pujols’s Roberto Clemente Award occupies a place of honor in his home away from his many other awards. In 2017, Anthony Rizzo was similarly honored and stated, “It’s the greatest award you can win…

Right: Statue at the Roberto Clemente Stadium in Carolina.
Photo: Jean Fruth / National Baseball Hall of Fame

Celebration of the
World Changers

In 1971, Willie Mays received the award as well as Brooks Robinson in 1972, which was then called the Commissioner’s Award. In 1973, the award was given to Al Kaline as the Roberto Clemente Award for its humanitarian qualities.

Thankfully, over 40 of the Clemente award winners are still with us today. Many retired, but still active and doing good work for their communities.  We hope to have as many of them present as possible for the Clemente Hall of Fame dedication ceremony in November. Our Hall of Fame is a celebration of these humanitarian efforts. Our hope is that we can help cultivate the next generation of world-changers.

Left: Kids at historic Santurce Cangrejeros dugout.
Photo: Jean Fruth / National Baseball Hall of Fame

Kept in a Place of Honor

The Roberto Clemente Award has been given out for nearly 50 years. What makes this award stand out among the many awards the MLB honors its players is its humanity. Award winners embody Roberto’s values on the diamond and in the community. The Roberto Clemente Award has established itself as one of baseball’s most prestigious humanitarian awards. Award winner Albert Pujols’s Roberto Clemente Award occupies a place of honor in his home away from his many other awards. In 2017, Anthony Rizzo was similarly honored and stated, “It’s the greatest award you can win…

Right: Statue at the Roberto Clemente Stadium in Carolina.
Photo: Jean Fruth / National Baseball Hall of Fame

Celebration of the
World Changers

In 1971, Willie Mays received the award as well as Brooks Robinson in 1972, which was then called the Commissioner’s Award. In 1973, the award was given to Al Kaline as the Roberto Clemente Award for its humanitarian qualities.

Thankfully, over 40 of the Clemente award winners are still with us today. Many retired, but still active and doing good work for their communities.  We hope to have as many of them present as possible for the Clemente Hall of Fame dedication ceremony in November. Our Hall of Fame is a celebration of these humanitarian efforts. Our hope is that we can help cultivate the next generation of world-changers.

Left: Kids at historic Santurce Cangrejeros dugout.
Photo: Jean Fruth / National Baseball Hall of Fame

Kept in a Place of Honor

The Roberto Clemente Award has been given out for nearly 50 years. What makes this award stand out among the many awards the MLB honors its players is its humanity. Award winners embody Roberto’s values on the diamond and in the community. The Roberto Clemente Award has established itself as one of baseball’s most prestigious humanitarian awards. Award winner Albert Pujols’s Roberto Clemente Award occupies a place of honor in his home away from his many other awards. In 2017, Anthony Rizzo was similarly honored and stated, “It’s the greatest award you can win…

Right: Statue at the Roberto Clemente Stadium in Carolina.
Photo: Jean Fruth / National Baseball Hall of Fame

Celebration of the
World Changers

In 1971, Willie Mays received the award as well as Brooks Robinson in 1972, which was then called the Commissioner’s Award. In 1973, the award was given to Al Kaline as the Roberto Clemente Award for its humanitarian qualities.

Thankfully, over 40 of the Clemente award winners are still with us today. Many retired, but still active and doing good work for their communities.  We hope to have as many of them present as possible for the Clemente Hall of Fame dedication ceremony in November. Our Hall of Fame is a celebration of these humanitarian efforts. Our hope is that we can help cultivate the next generation of world-changers.

Left: Kids at historic Santurce Cangrejeros dugout.
Photo: Jean Fruth / National Baseball Hall of Fame

Kept in a Place of Honor

The Roberto Clemente Award has been given out for nearly 50 years. What makes this award stand out among the many awards the MLB honors its players is its humanity. Award winners embody Roberto’s values on the diamond and in the community. The Roberto Clemente Award has established itself as one of baseball’s most prestigious humanitarian awards. Award winner Albert Pujols’s Roberto Clemente Award occupies a place of honor in his home away from his many other awards. In 2017, Anthony Rizzo was similarly honored and stated, “It’s the greatest award you can win…

Right: Statue at the Roberto Clemente Stadium in Carolina.
Photo: Jean Fruth / National Baseball Hall of Fame

A Higher Calling

Albert Pujols was asked what question he would have for Roberto if he was still alive. “Why did you go?”, Pujols stated, “Why did you get on that plane to serve those people in Nicaragua who you did not know and had never met?” Pujols said it was Roberto’s hypothetical response: “‘Because it was my responsibility.’ I feel the same way. It is my responsibility.” Roberto didn’t commit himself to service because he thought it would make him seem like a better person. He didn’t even do it out of the vague notion that “it was the right thing to do.” He recognized very specific wrongs in the world, and was compelled by a higher power to do what he could to make it right. It was his responsibility, and we are all called to use our talents to answer that same call. None of us are exempt as Roberto would have believed.

Left: Roberto Clemente teaching children.
Photo: Clemente family