Authentic Roberto Clemente Pittsburgh Pirates Home 1971 Jersey

Authentic Roberto Clemente Pittsburgh Pirates Home 1971 Jersey

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Authentic Roberto Clemente Pittsburgh Pirates Home 1971 Jersey

While Jackie Robinson's breakthrough in 1947 opened the gates of opportunity for African Americans and other minority players, it was not until 1971 when a team first enjoyed a full and complete level of integration, with half of its twenty-five-man roster comprised of players of African American and Latino descent. That team was the Pittsburgh Pirates, managed by an old-time Irishman.

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Suiting up 18 seasons for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Roberto Clemente cemented his place in baseball history as one of the best all-around players ever. His incredible proficiency for hitting and legendary arm earned him four National League batting titles, 3,000 career hits, 15 All-Star selections and 12 straight Gold Glove Awards.

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