The Big Train, a symbol of pitching excellence, built a legacy that remains unmatched, spanning more than 20 years with the team from Washington, D.C. from 1907 to 1927. Hailing from Kansas in the late 19th century, his family relocated westward, where his pitching skills were first noticed. His fastball was legendary even as a teen, often descr
Roberto Clemente: A Career Cut Short, A Legacy That Lives On
The Puerto Rican legend Roberto Clemente was not only an extraordinary MLB icon, but also a symbol of humanitarianism. He was born in 1934 in Puerto Rico, and would go on to leave a enduring mark on Major League Baseball and society at large. Clemente’s career began in earnest when he signed with the Brooklyn Dodgers’ minor league affiliate