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when Roberto hit the majors. I guess you could say we grew up together. He was on the forefront of the 'fight' for respect for Latinos in the major leagues - actually somewhat of a double-whammy - a dark-skinned Latino who had to fight a language barrier AND racial prejudice - indeed a 'pioneer fighter' for his brethren.
I remember the 'shock' when he was the first Pirate ever to have a contract for $100,000!!!!!
I cried on New Year's Day in 1973 when I awoke and heard the morning news tell of that fatal plane crash.
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