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Anne Rogers talks to Salvador Perez about winning the Roberto Clement Award.
Winning the Roberto Clemente Award means more than all of those accolades, except maybe the World Series, Perez said.
“It means a lot to me,” he said. “I’ve read a lot about Roberto Clemente. I know he was an amazing player, but he was even better outside the field. So that’s what made him super special. And it makes this award super special.”
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And he also spoke of his motivation — pointing back to a childhood that made all this seem impossible but also explains why he knows his hard-earned privilege comes with great responsibility.
“I know where I come from,” he said. “Everything starts (with) where I come from. And, when you make it to this level, you have the opportunity to help people.” Like a beacon of light, one that not only betters his childhood and adoptive homes but also honors each with his deeds and presence.
“When people recognize you for what you do outside the field, I think that’s even better… to be available to help these kids, it made me so happy.”@Royals catcher Salvador Perez talks about receiving the 2024 Roberto Clemente Award and gives a #WorldSeries prediction pic.twitter.com/lPDZOG8UyP
— MLB Network (@MLBNetwork) October 28, 2024
Baseball America hands out grade cards for Royals 2024 draft picks.
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