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Pirates will return Roberto Clemente logo to outfield wall

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The Pittsburgh Pirates also emphasized that Clemente is beloved and important to the organization.
From WPXI Pittsburgh
The Pirates have reversed course after angering the family of the late Roberto Clemente by removing a sign honoring the franchise icon on the right-field wall at PNC Park.
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