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Here's why it would be a bad idea for MLB to retire Roberto Clemente's No. 21
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For the 'Great One'; Pirates, MLB honor Roberto Clemente - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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Roberto Clemente - Wikipedia
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Retire 21: Supporters Seek To Honor Baseball Legacy Of Roberto Clemente
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MLB celebrates former Pirates great Roberto Clemente Day
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Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Mets players, coaches to all wear No. 21 on Roberto Clemente Day - ESPN
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How Roberto Clemente Jr. wants to honor his dad transcends retiring the iconic Pirate's numbers
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Roberto Clemente Day: Pirates and Mets wear 21
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Oakland A's: Happy Roberto Clemente Day! - Athletics Nation
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Roberto Clemente's #21 To Be Worn By All Pittsburgh Pirates For Clemente Day
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MLB celebrates Roberto Clemente Day
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Clemente Award winners will have 21 on caps for entire MLB career