Bill Althaus: No one is more worthy of Roberto Clemente Award than Royals' Salvador Perez
A true humanitarian both on and off the field
The Roberto Clemente Award is given annually to the Major League Baseball player who best represents the game of baseball through extraordinary character, community involvement, philanthropy, and positive contributions, both on and off the field.
There is no more deserving player of this award than Salvador Perez of the Kansas City Royals.
On-field excellence
Perez is one of the best catchers in baseball. He is a six-time Gold Glove winner and a two-time Silver Slugger. He is also one of the most durable catchers in the game, having played in over 100 games in each of the past seven seasons.
At the plate, Perez is a dangerous hitter. He is a career .275 hitter with over 100 home runs and 500 RBIs.
Off-field impact
Perez is also a role model off the field. He is a devoted husband and father, and he is actively involved in his community.
Perez is the founder of the Salvador Perez Foundation, which provides support to underprivileged children in the Kansas City area.
A true humanitarian
Salvador Perez is a true humanitarian. He is a role model both on and off the field, and he is an inspiration to everyone who knows him.
There is no more deserving player of the Roberto Clemente Award than Salvador Perez.
Why Perez is the perfect choice for the Roberto Clemente Award
There are many reasons why Salvador Perez is the perfect choice for the Roberto Clemente Award.
- He is one of the best players in baseball, both on and off the field.
- He is a role model for young people, and he is actively involved in his community.
- He is a true humanitarian, and he is always willing to help others.
Perez is an inspiration to everyone who knows him, and he is a deserving recipient of the Roberto Clemente Award.
Conclusion
Salvador Perez is a true humanitarian. He is a role model both on and off the field, and he is an inspiration to everyone who knows him.
He is the perfect choice for the Roberto Clemente Award.
