The Story of Roberto Clemente

Speed just 1 of his tools

This browser does not support the video element. In Game 7 of his first World Series appearance, Roberto Clemente's clutch infield single sparks a comeback October 13, 1960

Don't forget his defense

This browser does not support the video element. There's that speed again, this time among the ivy at Wrigley Field, where Clemente makes a stellar sliding catch July 1, 1971

Star power

This browser does not support the video element. Clemente flashed his opposite-field pop at the 1971 All-Star Game, going deep off Mickey Lolich July 13, 1971

Doing it all on the biggest stage

This browser does not support the video element. Watch Clemente leg out a triple and then one-up himself with a homer in Game 6 of the 1971 World Series October 16, 1971

World Series MVP for a reason

This browser does not support the video element. Clemente kicks off the scoring in Game 7 of the 1971 World Series by hammering this hanger over the wall October 16, 1971

Mr. 3,000

This browser does not support the video element. Clemente joins an exclusive club with this hit, which would tragically be the final one of his career September 30, 1972

A memorable tribute

This browser does not support the video element. Vera Clemente, Roberto's widow, delivers an emotional speech at his Hall of Fame induction August 6, 1973