Baseball in Fort Wayne

I have been meaning to mention this, but just haven’t gotten around to it yet. Former Wizard, Michael Cuddyer recently returned to the lineup for the Minnesota Twins. He looks to be slotted at DH, but still has lingering pain and likely will not be relied upon too heavily the remainder of the season (and if the Twins hit the post-season).

But regardless of his on-the-field endeavors the rest of the season, Cuddyer is also nominated for the Roberto Clemente Award this year.

The award recognizes the player who best exemplifies the game of baseball, sportsmanship, community involvement and the individual’s contribution to his team. It is named in honor of the former Pirates outfielder whose spirit and goodwill will always be remembered. Clemente died in a plane crash while attempting to transport relief supplies to earthquake-stricken Nicaragua on Dec. 31, 1972.

Cuddyer has done extensive work and fundraising efforts for the Boys & Girls club of the Twin Cities and serves on the board of directors of the Twins Community Fund to help direct grant funds to other charities among several other philanthropic activities.

• More information about Roberto Clemente and the Award
• Vote for Cuddyer by clicking here and following the instructions