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The History Behind How the Pittsburgh Pirates Acquired Roberto Clemente

UNSPECIFIED - CIRCA 1970: Outfielder Roberto Clemente' #21of Pittsburgh Pirates warms up playing catch prior to the start of a Major League Baseball game circa 1970. Clemente' Played for the Pirates from 1955-72. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images)

Roberto Clemente is the best outfielder in the history of the Pittsburgh Pirates. But he didn’t arrive in Pittsburgh in a typical fashion.

Many fans of the Pittsburgh Pirates know who the Great One, number 21, Roberto Clemente is. He’s the greatest outfielder in Pirate history. He’s a 15-time Natioanl League All-Star, a 12-time Gold Glove winner, an MVP, part of the 3000 hit club, and 2-time World Series Champion.