Roberto Clemente, born on August 18, 1934, was a legendary Puerto Rican professional baseball player. During his tenure in Major League Baseball, he was renowned for his exceptional defensive and hitting skills. Tragically, Clemente died in a plane crash on December 31, 1972, at the age of 38.
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