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Clemente continued what Robinson started
On Roberto Clemente Day, which coincides with the start of Hispanic Heritage Month in the U.S., we remember Clemente’s altruism and his athletic prowess. But there’s another element of Clemente’s legacy that deserves acknowledgment on this day, and it is the way he stood up to bigotry and racism throughout his career in the hopes that those who came after him wouldn’t have to.
(MLB.com, Sept. 15, 2021)

The game that changed baseball
On Sept. 1, 1971, in front of a crowd of 11,278, the Pirates fielded a lineup composed entirely of Black and Afro-Latino players. It is believed to be the first all-minority starting nine in AL/NL history.
(MLB.com, Sept. 1, 2021)

He braved ocean, sharks to search for Clemente
On Jan. 4, 1973, mourners piled into Iglesia San Fernando in Carolina, Puerto Rico, for a memorial service in honor of Roberto Clemente. The 38-year-old All-Star outfielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates had perished in a plane crash four days earlier, upending New Year’s festivities across the island.
(MLB.com, April 16, 2020)

Ramos relives harrowing kidnapping experience
Some years, it’s with champagne, straight out of the bottle. Other years call for cocktails. One way or another, Mets catcher Wilson Ramos makes it a point to celebrate every 11th of November “like a birthday.”
(MLB.com, May 22, 2019)

Cora thrilled to represent Latinos, PR in MLB
On the eve of the American League Championship Series opener, Red Sox skipper Alex Cora sat in his office at Fenway Park and reflected on his position as a Latin-born Major League manager.
(MLB.com, October 16, 2018)

Fierce passion, prep helping J.D. thrive with Sox
J.D. Martinez needed only to glance around the clubhouse to find examples of high-profile acquisitions who have struggled in their Red Sox debut seasons.
(MLB.com, October 13, 2018)

Rejuvenated Hanley optimistic about 2018
During the 10th annual David Ortiz Celebrity Golf Classic, held this weekend in the Dominican Republic, Hanley Ramirez told his host, friend and former teammate that he feels rejuvenated after undergoing surgery on his left shoulder, as though the ailing joint had been replaced by a new one.
(MLB.com, December 3, 2017)

Vazquez emerging as offensive threat
With two years marred by Tommy John surgery and its aftermath now in the rearview mirror, Christian Vazquez has re-established himself as a viable starting catcher with the Red Sox. And beyond his reliable defense, he’s putting together a breakout offensive year.
(MLB.com, June 7, 2017)

2016 Latino Hall of Fame inductees express gratitude
A catcher with 13 Gold Gloves under his belt, a four-time World Series champion right-hander known for his trademark high leg kick and the Major League record holder for career pitching appearances are among the newest members of the Latino Baseball Hall of Fame.
(MLB.com, August 21, 2015)

Calm, cool, collected Johan remains positive
Although his professional demeanor may not allow him to express it, the 2010 season has surely tested the limits of Johan Santana’s patience.
(MLB.com, Aug. 27, 2010)

Mets can’t explain home-road disparity
With an 11-inning win over the Padres on Tuesday night, the Mets earned their ninth straight victory at Citi Field and improved their home record to 23-9 — the best of any Major League team. On the road, however, they have yet to win a series, and their record is a disheartening 8-18.
(MLB.com, June 9, 2010)