No. The first Puerto Rican born MLB player was Hi Bithorn who debuted with the Chicago Cubs in 1942. He played with the Cubs in 1942, 1943, and 1946 and played for the Chicago White Sox in 1947. He missed the 1944 and 1945 seasons serving in the United States military. Hi Bithorn's career statistics were 34 wins and 31 losses with a 3.16 ERA. His best season was 1943 when he went 18-12 with a 2.60 ERA and led the National League with 7 shutouts.
No. Roberto Clemente was born in Puerto Rico.
According to Baseball Almanac, Roberto Clemente did not attend college. He began his major league career at the age of 20.
Roberto Clemente was born in Carolina, Puerto Rico.
Roberto Clemente and Orlando Cepada.
Roberto Clemente and Orlando Cepeda.
Roberto Clemente.
Roberto Clemente and Orlando Cepeda are the shining stars of Puerto Rican Baseball.
Roberto Clemente.
Roberto Clemente and Orlando Cepeda.
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Roberto Clemente played for the pirates
Roberto Clemente, a Puerto Rican baseball player, died in a plane crash on December 31, 1972. He achieved 3,000 career hits during his time in Major League Baseball. As a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates, Clemente was known for his exceptional talent and humanitarian work.