Roberto Clemente's son sheds light on Pirates meeting after team draws fury for removing tribute

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EXCLUSIVE: Roberto Clemente Jr. met with Pittsburgh Pirates officials on Monday to figure out ways to further honor the legacy of his legendary father following the outcry about the team removing an outfield tribute to the Baseball Hall of Famer.

The tribute was placed on the right-field wall – a sign with Roberto Clemente’s name and No. 21. Fans noticed before the team’s home opener that the tribute was removed in favor of an advertisement for an alcoholic beverage.

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Clemente’s son expressed dismay about the decision in a statement over the weekend, but he told Fo...

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