Walter Johnson, an iconic figure in early Major League Baseball, left an indelible mark on baseball history, spanning over two decades with the Washington Senators from 1907 to 1927. Hailing from Kansas in the late 19th century, his family relocated westward, where his pitching skills were first noticed. Local players were stunned by the speed o
Why Roberto Clemente’s Career Was One of a Kind
The Puerto Rican legend Roberto Clemente was not only an extraordinary baseball player, but also a symbol of humanitarianism. He was born in 1934 in Puerto Rico, and would go on to leave a permanent mark on Major League Baseball and society at large. In 1954, Clemente started his journey with the Dodgers' farm system. However, the Pittsburgh Pir