# Royals catcher Salvador Perez wins Roberto Clemente Award ## Perez honored for his philanthropy and community involvement ### Perez is the first Royal to win the award since Bo Jackson in 1989 Salvador Perez, the Kansas City Royals' All-Star catcher, has been named the 2022 Roberto Clemente Award winner. The 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. Perez is the first Royal to win the award since Bo Jackson in 1989. He is also the first catcher to win the award since Yadier Molina in 2018. Perez has been a vocal advocate for children's health and education. He has donated millions of dollars to Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City and has also worked with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America. In addition to his work with children, Perez has also been active in the fight against cancer. He has hosted an annual golf tournament to raise money for cancer research and has also visited children with cancer at hospitals. Perez's philanthropic efforts have made a significant impact on the Kansas City community. He is a role model for young people and an inspiration to everyone who knows him. The Roberto Clemente Award is one of the most prestigious awards in baseball. It is named after Roberto Clemente, the Hall of Fame outfielder who died in a plane crash while delivering aid to earthquake victims in Nicaragua in 1972. Clemente was known for his humanitarian efforts and his commitment to giving back to the community. He is a role model for all baseball players and a reminder that sports can be a force for good in the world.
