Born: August 18, 1934, in Carolina, Puerto Rico
Died: December 31, 1972, Parque Isla Verde, Carolina Puerto Rico
Baseball team he played for: Pittsburgh Pirates
Date of Major League debut: April 1, 1955
Awards and Honors: Inducted to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1973, Most Valuable Player in 1966, won the Gold Glove in 12 times, World Series MVP, four time batting champion, two World Series championships, MVP, 15 time All-Star
Why Roberto Clemente? Roberto Clemente is known as the most philanthropic baseball player out of Puerto Rico and his efforts from when he was alive are still reflected today.