#21 CLEMENTE

Roberto Clemente Walker (August 18, 1934 – December 31, 1972)

MLB awards and achievements[edit]

Awards

• National League All-Star (1960–1967, 1969–1972; 15 AS games)
• National League MVP Award (1966)
• World Series MVP Award (1971)
• National League Gold Glove Award (1961–1972)
• Commissioner's Historic Achievement Award (2006)

Achievements

• National League leader in batting average (1961, 1964, 1965, 1967)
• National League leader in hits (1964, 1967)
• National League leader in triples (1969)
• National League leader in putouts as right fielder (1958, 1961, 1966)
• National League leader in fielding average as right fielder and outfielder (1972)

Citizens Medal Citation

"All who saw Roberto Clemente in action, whether on the diamond or on the front lines of charitable endeavor, are richer for the experience. He stands with the handful of men whose brilliance has transformed the game of baseball into a showcase of skill and spirit, giving universal delight and inspiration. More than that, his selfless dedication to helping those with two strikes against them in life has blessed thousands and set an example for millions. As long as athletes and humanitarians are honored, Roberto Clemente's memory will live; as long as Citizens Medals are presented, each will mean a little more because the first one went to him."