I'm an old man who grew up in Pittsburgh. The thing about Clemente was you couldn't take your eyes off him. Thanks for posting.

@Nestor123057

6 ай бұрын

I know that feeling. Like every movement is an act of God, almost.

A true class act and hell of a player. Willie Mays said he was one of his favortie player and spoke so highly of him coming from another legend you have to be great.

@CorbCorbin

9 ай бұрын

Willie was playing in his first and last season, I think. He played a long time. He saw Roberto from a rookie to the grave, for sure, snd he spoke about him as if he looked up to his Clemente played. Awesome

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

You've got that right!

@luishumbertovega3900

4 ай бұрын

@@CorbCorbin Hey, you are right, Willie first saw Roberto in Puerto Rico during the winter ball season 1954-55 when they were teammates in Santurce, then in Clemente's MLB rookie year, 1955 and retired at the end of the 1973 season, about 10 months after Roberto 's tragic demise. Didn't realize that Willie's career bordered Clemente's, Thanks !!! ⚾

@karencarman8336

Ай бұрын

He was better than Mays!

Not gonna lie, I was a little emotional and teary eyed the entire time watching this recap/tribute. Jackie Robinson was the right person to represent the African American community, just as Roberto was the appropriate representative for the latino community. He was very respectful, but wasn't willing to compromise in his pride of being latino and Puerto Rican. His outspokenness when speaking about feeling disrespected or the issues that we faced as a race were not only brave, but also a very good representation of our people. Far beyond being an all-time great baseball player, he was more importantly a beautiful human being. I wasn't born during his time, but as soon as I became aware of his influence and importance to our land, I've always felt proud of him and what he stood for. This was a great video, thanks for making it!

@TyrillCelestine

6 ай бұрын

Well spoken brother

@luishumbertovega3900

4 ай бұрын

I was 14 and sick in bed when I woke up on January 1, 1973 to the fatidic news, our greatest ballplayer was lost at sea. Three years before that he had been managing the San Juan Senators in our winter ball league and towards the end of the season he activated himself to play on a limited basis. Unfortunately, other than seeing him going to the mound to change pitchers or to protest an umpire's call (something he did conspicuously 😊) I never saw him play on the field or pinch hit on those days I attended the Hiram Bithorn Stadium to root for my Santurce Cangrejeros. Today in 2024 I'm 65 and every day I find something new about Clemente, a movie clip I never saw before, an article on the Internet or kind words like those of yours, that makes me feel so good that young people appreciate what Roberto means to us. Thank You, Blessings from San Juan 🇵🇷 !!!

@CSDonohue11

3 ай бұрын

@@luishumbertovega3900 Even Crackers like Myself LOVE Clemente I have 2 Dozen of His cards Half of them authentic originals from late 60’s & early 70’s I LOVE Roberto Clemente 3k Hits Final AB & Passed being a legitimate Real Live Hero 1 day much sooner than later I will actually buy His autograph I’ll be able to pay $1k - $2k There’s not many Men that have ever lived that I’d actually pay for their signature & only about a half dozen Men ever exist I’d pay more than $100 for their autograph. Roberto Clemente is at The Top Cincinnati Reds Supporter My entire life and yet I’ve always had an attraction to Clemente ever since 10yo kid and it’s only gotten Stronger as I’ve grown and learned more & more of His Greatness & Realness . 🫡 & RiP 👑Roberto Enrique Clemente Walker

@lisa-Bx

3 ай бұрын

​@@luishumbertovega3900 I was 18 & I celebrated New Year's Eve 1972 with my high school pal & his 2 new mates. They had come to The Big Apple {New York} on shore leave. Since they wore their uniforms, the scene was reminiscent of the 1949 movie, “On the Town.” We watched the ball drop at NYC's Times Square - my first & last time. A once-in-a-lifetime experience was enough, and I promised myself to never do that again, EVER - haha 😆! By the time I got home, the last thing I expected to hear was that the Pride of our Borinquen had been missing for hours out at sea, and by then he was presumed gone forever. The shock was so great; «¡Se me quitó la borrachera!»

I was 12 years old the day that my favorite baseball player died. I cried that day. I loved Roberto Clemente.

@Nestor123057

6 ай бұрын

I know. I was in shock. Being Puerto Rican, he was our man. Even for those who didn't like baseball, Roberto was the epitome of us.

@onumahobart8832

2 ай бұрын

Same here Greg, except I was 13. He is still my hero.

@dgaydos

Ай бұрын

I was 12 too. I was devastated. For us in Pittsburgh his death was monumental.

Clemente is a hero. He's a legend. He was more than just a great player. He was a great man, a statesman in his own way. RIP Roberto Clemente.

One of My All Time Favorite Players. My Dad Also was a Huge Fan of The Great One. A Truly Great Baseball Player, But a Greater Human Being. ****RIP #21 ******

Willy mays himself has said that the GREAT ONE Roberto Clemente was his favorite player. He was an outstanding ball player and even greater human. Thanks for this video

I grew up in the midst of all Clemente's and Willie Stargell's glory. As a 15 year old I cried the entire day upon learning of Roberto's death. This video made me cry again, but it was a good cry. Nothing can get to the baseball memories imprinted on this kids brain

@suestrother9030

Ай бұрын

Me too.

Roberto was EVERYONES hero growing up in small town western PA. Then, at age 9, on New Years Day 1973, on Christmas vacation I got up and was eating Cheerios when on KDKA radio I heard "Clemente is dead". This was the first time I was ever shocked to my very core. I prayed he somehow made it to some deserted island and would be found. He never was. May God bless Mr. Roberto Clemente.

Roberto Clemente was also a United States Marine. He joined the Corps after the the 1958 season ended and spent 6 years in the Marine Corps Reserve. Semper Fi Roberto.

On behalf of baseball fans worldwide: Domo arigato, Mr. Roberto.

Leading the league in outfield assists early in his career, the sportswriters started to say his skills were going downhill when the assist numbers dropped. The truth was...players got smart.stopped running on his arm and they just stopped taking extra bases. He spoke the truth and sportswiters didnt like that. It took a long time for Roberto to get his due. He was special.

Well done, Cam! A video of this quality was well deserved by Clemente. One of many legends with surprisingly sparse content available on here.

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Thank you Hatbilly! It was long overdue that Clemente get a video on YT.

@lmooneyhan16

9 ай бұрын

Fr

An outstanding tribute to one of the greatest human beings to grace the planet, not just an exemplary ballplayer but an extraordinary person

MY FAVORITE BALL PLAYER OF ALL TIME ROBERTO CLEMENTE (21) 👑☝️🌟 R.I.P. 🙏🕊⚘️❤️

Thank you, the video was great, impecable narration, informative and entertaining !!! Blessings from San Juan 🇵🇷 PR !!! ⚾😃

@Cam23

4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! 😄

As someone born and raised in Pittsburgh....this is someone we always held in high reverence...we learned about him as children in school and i remember seeing the statue titled " the great one" near the Roberto Clemente bridge in downtown Pittsburgh.

I was 7 years old, living in baumholder Germany (1991) and while in my elementary school library (shout out to Wetzel elementary), I found a book called "Clemente", I thumbed throught it, thought the pictures of him jumping for balls in the outfield looked really awesome!!! Later that night I stumbled on a show called George michaels sports machine (not sure of that name is accurate), and I seen some pitcher throwing a curveball...... my mind was blown. I have been hooked ever since...... So, thank you Roberto Clemente Thank you no name pitcher.

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

That's an awesome story thank you for sharing! Clemente is a fascinating individual so I can relate to that feeling of wanting to learn more about him. This video is merely the tip of the iceberg!

🇵🇷🌴🐸⚾ Hero Legend Roberto Clemente earned his Wings 🌎 RIP Never Forgot Great one No 21 Pittsburgh Pirates 🏴‍☠️🕊️

@jumpingship3001

6 ай бұрын

I carried in my wallet for 30 years his baseball card until it finally came apart.

You did a very good job on this one. I used to read about all the great baseball players as a teenager back in late 1990s and early 2000s. As I said before babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson, Marvin Miller and Roberto Clemente change the sport forever

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

I'm glad you enjoyed! And you're right those 4 are all incredibly influential and changed the sport forever.

Everyone seems to remember him as a hero. His legacy for those too young to remember is that of a hero. Great player and guy all around

My favorite baseball player of all time, a player for all time.

These videos are amazing. So grateful I found this channel

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Thank you! That’s great to hear you’re enjoying the content, I hope I can continue to deliver videos that you enjoy.

I saw you at Dodger Stadium and sat in right field for you. We said Ariba because we loved you and still do ❤

The Greatest Latino player ever and most defently the greatest RF ever

As a kid growing up in Pittsburgh, Roberto was my idol. I even imitated his basket catch. I was heartbroken and in disbelieve the moment I heard his plane went down into the Gulf. ¡Arriba Roberto! Te amamos!

A class video about a man of the highest caliber. Saludos!

This brought tears to my eye.

Branch Rickey is a God for being able to get both Jackie Robinson and Roberto Clemente. Bravo sir.

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Prior to researching this video I had no idea that he was instrumental in Clemente too! Crazy how crucial Rickey was to integration in the sport.

@garrettclardy943

9 ай бұрын

@@Cam23 I didn’t know that either but good on you for making it known for those who didn’t know that before today. Branch Rickey certainly helped with integrating the sport.

@big8dog887

9 ай бұрын

He also invented the farm system, where MLB teams have affiliated teams in the minors. Before that, the minors were independent teams which sold players to the majors. Baseball would be a much different game if there hadn't been Branch Rickey.

Another deeply impressive video essay, Cam. Your attention to detail is not lost on me. Cheers!

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! I take great pride in representing these historical figures accurately. Thank you for your support of the series!

To hit "only" .291 in The Year Of The Pitcher" speaks volumes about his talent as a hitter. ⚾😃

I was privileged to see him play.

Excellent video. I love Clemente so much.

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

I’m glad you enjoyed!

Mays , Clemente , Aaron 🐐

Great man and player. So glad I got to watch him play live too. Could really do it all

This was done with such detail. Thank you for this!

@Cam23

8 ай бұрын

I appreciate the kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed it

Great video. Clemente was poorly treated by the Pittsburgh press and ignored by all the rest for far too long. Playing in the same era as Aaron, Mays, and Frank Robinson and in a small market city didn't help. His play in the 71 world series finally got the respect of baseball fans everywhere. I was at the game in Philly when he got his 2999th hit off Carlton (who was practically unbeatable in 72) and then was removed for a PH his next time up. Great player and person.

@Cam23

4 ай бұрын

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed the video! That is really cool that you got to see hit #2999 🤯

I would've loved to have watched him play the game! There's so much to like about his style. Just an overall class act. Great video on a great ball player!

My “fandom” highlight was as a Little Leaguer in western PA and going to Forbes Field where we met and shook hands with Roberto Clemente. Nothing has ever or could ever replace that experience or what it meant to all of us. He looked each of us in the eye - his were twinkling, ours were very wide open in amazement!

Thank you. My childhood hero

This was wonderful. Thank you.

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Of course, I’m glad you enjoyed!

A beautiful tribute to a very special human being. All the accolades and accomplishments well earned but his dedication to first his family was more important. How a man could find time to involve himself to so much and leave everyone for helping anyone speaks to who he was as a person. 50 year anniversary coming up and he will be remembered another 50 years after.

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Thank you! And beautifully said, Clemente deserves all the recognition he gets. A player we’ll remember forever.

He was magnificent, in a time of no steroids, fancy cars, complicated women, ego issues, gold flashing jewelry. Always ready to share and help others. Proud of hi heritage, down to earth. I remember him going to T.V. programs in Puerto Rico involved in charity events and with kids giving baseball clinics. Way greater than life!!!!

great player, even better human being, could do it all on the ballfield, and oh that throwing arm!!

Thank you. I grew up a fan of Clemente and the Pirates. This is awesome! 👍⚾

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!

Man, even if it was in the minors, an outfield with both Clemente and Mays is just God tier.

@victorcox581

2 ай бұрын

In PUERTO RICO they played together.

@Franco is right, I grew up in Pittsburgh went to the old Forbes field as well as Three Rivers and it was like he glowed, he was just amazing. Went to the 1971 World Series, he dominated. God blessed him with such talent, poise and grace. Thank you Cam 23!

Wonderful testament to Roberto's career and character, from a grateful Pittsburgher.

Wow, This was all around great video and I can tell you put a lot of work into it. Thank you for bringing this legend to life to everyone who didn't get to watch him play

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! It takes a lot of work but it’s worth it when you’re honoring a person such as Clemente

Roberto Clemente is the Latino icon in MLB history and a beloved in the Puerto Rican/Latino community.

FYI. I was a kid growing up with heroes and gods during my lifetime in the 60s. Besides Apollo 11 mission, Dr. Martin L. King´s wisdom, John F. Kennedy and his brother´s death, while soldiers were fighting and dying in Vietman; by far, Clemente was there day-in and day-out, and keep ourselves from going nuts into self destruction. Gracias Roberto.

Awesome video, my friend, you did a phenomenal job, as always!! My dad would tell me stories, and talk about Roberto Clemente, quite a bit when I was a kid. Roberto Clemente, Duke Snider, and Jackie Robinson, were my dad's favorite players while he was growing up. I wish, so much, that kids nowadays, would look to guys like Clemente, for inspiration, as he was incredible in every way possible. Enough rambling, haha!! Thanks for sharing another awesome video, and keep up the great work!! It's very much appreciated!!⚾️💪🏽⚾️

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! It’s awesome to hear that you’re enjoying these videos. And you’re absolutely right, Clemente is an example that the next generation should continue to emulate through their actions.

Great video cam. you should do a video on hank Greenberg. One of the first Jewish baseball stars. He was also one of the first players to sign up for the military during world war 2. He had a crazy short but elite prime.

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

That's a great suggestion I'll make sure to put him on my radar!

Love your videos bro thank you for showing so many legends

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

It's my pleasure! Thank you for watching and supporting the channel. These legends all deserve the spotlight, and it's been exciting to see many different baseball fans come together and relive their careers!

Wow I was very emotional great video they need to make a movie about.

@Cam23

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! I agree with you, a movie should be made about Clemente, he certainly is deserving of more people understanding his impact.

Great video. Learned alot. What an amazing person.

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Glad to hear that you learned something new!

God bless his soul ❤️

Thanks for another great video Cam & your continued work with Fuzzy so we get daily recaps! Sincerely cant thank you enough for helping to keep us in the know. Trying to do my small part by recommending you to all the folks who frequent the sportscards scene on YT with most saying theyll give ya a watch so 🤞 can keep increasing views & subs. Thanks again

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words. Your support is greatly appreciated! It’s been a pleasure to contribute to his channel alongside growing my channel.

This is a great video. I’ve watched many about Roberto, but you managed to summarize brilliantly the career and impact of this legendary player and human being. Kudos!

@Cam23

Ай бұрын

That truly means a lot to hear, thank you so much! I appreciate you taking the time to learn more about Roberto Clemente with me 😎

Thank you so much

Amazing clemente

I see Insane Prime video by Cam23, I click! No thinking required 🎉 great video as usual!!! I'd like to suggest Andruw Jones or Gary Sheffield if you already haven't.. keep up the fantastic work

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

I appreciate your support Chris! Both players you mention were unbelievably good in different ways, they're definitely on my radar.

I remember the 1971 World Series. He was so good he was like from the next league up . I think he batted like .414 in the series. Just great and a winner. Very sad day when plane went down. He may have been the best player I ever saw in that series . And I think he was like 37!

Seeing my name in the video really made my day, thank you very much.

@Cam23

8 ай бұрын

Of course! Thank you for the suggestion 😎

We need a video on Lance Berkman's awesome prime. Dude even held the record for most doubles in a season by a switch hitter for a hot minute.

Fuzzy let me know you uploaded been a big fan and you are seriously underated. Big love and respect brother God Bless!

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Hey! I appreciate the kind words. Your support of the channel goes a long way!

Great video!!!

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Thank you!

thank you!!!!!!!!!!!

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Love this video

@Cam23

6 ай бұрын

Thank you!

All those career assists. Who would even run on this guy?

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

That's a very good question 😂

@martinklos7855

9 ай бұрын

His throws from right to home on the fly or on hop were amazingly accurate. But I loved when he would throw a hitter out at first base.

Great video as always. I suggest an insane prime video on Ichiro Suzuki.

Fantastic video.

@Cam23

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Stellar

Such a comprehensive Review. Great work

@Cam23

11 күн бұрын

Thank you, I really appreciate that!

My Dad (R.I.P) Made Sure I Knew All The Legends. We Would Spend Hours Talking About Baseball. He Made Sure I Knew About How Great Of A Human Roberto Clemente Was.

Bro I was watching fuzzy video and at the end he shouted you out as I was all ready subbed to both of you I had know clue you were his editor

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

I started doing them this summer so it’s only been a few months, but yeah it’s been awesome to help out with his channel!

IT FINALLY CAMEEEEE WOOO TYY

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

You made it happen good sir thank you for the suggestion. This man was fascinating to learn about!

@teminator365

9 ай бұрын

@@Cam23 I’m thankful you took the suggestion seriously! I truthfully didn’t know much about his game, I really only knew Roberto for his humanitarian work and the lives he impacted on and off the field. This series you have is my favorite on all of baseball KZread and I knew you’d knock this one out of the park. As always an amazing video, keep up the good work man, already looking forward to the next one :)

I’ve never seen someone hit the ball so good while literally swinging out of his shoes

As a Cubs fan, it was a love-hate relationship with Clemente. I loved watching him play, but hated how he always beat up on Cubs pitching. Best right fielder I have ever seen. One of the best all around players, ever.

@painter7869

3 күн бұрын

Seriously, you never got over that? One didn’t gave to be a Pirates fan to appreciate Clemente, or a Giants or Braves fan to appreciate Mays and Aaron. They were just better than everyone else!

@myronlarimer1943

3 күн бұрын

@@painter7869 If you read my comment properly you would understand it was out of pure appreciation and respect for Clemente. Loved his ability, heart and effort on the field. When the Pirates played the CUBS, I knew he was going to eat our pitching alive. That is called being a fan of my home team, but totally appreciative of players like Clemente and Mays and Aaron. Nothing to get over.

Roberto Clemente, is and was one of the greatest "!! Baseball player, he represents, for Latinos, what Mohammad Ali, represent for black community, just like Jacky Robinson, because he was black, he experience racism, just because he was black, I am proud that my race is mix , black, Spanish, Indian 💯🇵🇷 no matter what color you are it's our duty to be humble and stay strong and proud of who we are.

Thanks to Fuzzy, now I get to watch your awesome videos..love the history of all the awesome legendary players 🙏🏼🙏🏼💯💯

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

I appreciate that! We’ll never run out of players anytime soon I can tell you that 🙌🏼

@horchataguy91

9 ай бұрын

@@Cam23 sweet keep them coming and I’ll keep watching them..I would actually love to see one of Sandy Koufax because Kershaw is my favorite Dodgers pitcher as a fan, but I’ve always wanted to know his history and how he could have done more without the injuries in the end 🙏🏼💯

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

@@horchataguy91 Koufax is on the list! He’s also my grandpa’s favorite player, so I definitely need to do one on him 😂

@horchataguy91

9 ай бұрын

@@Cam23 shoutouts to your grandpa 💙💯🙏🏼

What an amazing human being I would have loved to have met him and shake his hand.There was a movie for Lou Gerigh called The Pride of the Yankees. There should have been one for this man that should have named it The Pride of Puerto Rico. Why is there no movie for him?

@Cam23

5 ай бұрын

That's a great question, PBS made a documentary but no one has made a movie like the Lou Gehrig film you described

Thanks for making these videos! Here's some more players you might enjoy looking at - Albert Pujols, Barry Bonds, Derek Jeter, Rickey Henderson

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

I’m glad you enjoy them! Great suggestions, all 4 players are highly requested so I imagine they’ll all be covered in the near future

Bad ass

You should do one for Johnny Bench. He was one of the cornerstones of the Big Red Machine, and was a 2x mvp.

1:42 that slide made my groin hurt.

Great video and subject! Since it’s Hispanic Heritage month why not highlight another Latin player. I’m Dominican so theres plenty great options to choose from but Pujols, Sosa, Ortiz, Martinez would be some of my choices.

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

That's a great idea! I think I had it in my mind it ended at the end of September but that times up perfectly with October 13th, which happens to be my typical Friday upload day.

Semper Fi ...he served in the US Marines

Great video, Puerto Rico will never forget him, to this day we say "la isla de roberto clemente", he is our hero, he is the great one.

@Cam23

5 ай бұрын

Thank you! To honor Clemente in this video brought me so much joy. Remembering Clemente is remembering a true hero and pioneer for Latin ballplayers

Another w video by cam if you can please do carlos Delgado he was really good mid 90s

Im from Caguas Puerto Rico but I do respects Mr. Clemente like a Latino version of Babe Ruth! They should do a movie about him the real Clemente on rights and moments. And true on Clemente’s family my grandfather use to work an cane factory.

Let's see a video on Edgar Martinez!

Wow never knew about neil walker

I think u should do a video on Josh Gibson who played in the negro league. Or maybe do a deep dive on Hank Aaron. Or maybe do something a little different and make a video on all the players who tragically passed away during their playing years. Weather from some freak accident, murder and or suicide. I think that might be a little to much tho but would be a heart felt video for sure! Anyways cheers from Florida

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Great suggestions! Although Gibson I did a video on back in February here’s the link if you’re interested in checking it out: kzread.info/dash/bejne/h2GhqNGkd8fUorw.html

I smell a Willie mays video comin

He could have been the Muhammad Ali of baseball. Such a great sportsman and activist.

PLEASE do The INSANE Prime of WILL CLARK 🙏love your stuff thank you!!!!!!!!

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion, glad you're digging the content!

Fuzzy sent me

@Cam23

9 ай бұрын

Welcome good sir!

Cam23 you should do a video on Joe Morgan

Arriba