After replacing a tribute to Roberto Clemente on their outfield wall with an ad for an alcoholic beverage, the Pittsburgh Pirates reversed that decision Sunday and issued a statement of apology ...

The baseball legend’s son, Roberto Clemente Jr., penned an open letter to the team on Sunday, April 6 accusing the Pirates of making the change “without any communication or consultation with ...

Clemente Jr. issued a follow-up statement on Sunday. Yesterday, I was shocked to learn that the Clemente 21 sign-a tribute to my father on the right field wall at PNC Park in Pittsburgh-had been ...

Clemente spent his entire career with the Pirates from 1955-72. He played in 15 All-Star Games while winning 12 Gold Glove awards, four batting titles and the 1966 National League MVP.

The Pittsburgh Pirates have reversed course after angering the family of the late Roberto Clemente by removing a sign honoring the franchise icon on the right-field wall at PNC Park.

Pittsburgh Pirates to restore Roberto Clemente sign after backlash from Hall of Famer’s family Associated Press John Perrotto Published Apr 07, 2025 • 2 minute read ...

On Sunday, Clemente Jr. said he was "shocked" by the change: "Yesterday, I was shocked to learn that the Clemente 21 sign— a tribute to my father on the right field wall at PNC Park in ...

An opening day crowd watches a baseball game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the New York Yankees at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Friday, April 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar) (Gene J. Puskar ...

Clemente Jr. went on to express gratitude to Pittsburgh fans and baseball fans around the country for taking inspiration from his father's legacy, including his on-field achievements and off-field ...

The Pirates retired No. 21 in 1973 and many have called for the number to be retired throughout Major League Baseball as Jackie Robinson's No. 42 is. Clemente played all 18 of his MLB seasons with ...

Roberto Clemente Jr. is not happy with the Pittsburgh Pirates after the team did away with a tribute to his late father. The Pirates have faced criticism ...