Roger Clemens will recieve the Presidential Medal of Freedom
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Roger Clemens was announced by President Donald Trump to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in the U.S., during a rally in San Antonio, Texas.
- Clemens, a two-time Yankees World Series champion and 11-time All-Star, expressed surprise and pride at receiving the award, calling it a greater honor than his playing career achievements.
- Over his 24-season MLB career, Clemens won seven Cy Young Awards, was the 1986 AL MVP, and twice won the pitching Triple Crown, finishing with 354 career wins, ranking ninth all-time.
- Despite his accomplishments, Clemens has not been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame due to allegations of steroid use, though he never tested positive and remains eligible for future selection.
- If inducted, Clemens would join a prestigious group of Hall of Famers who have also received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, including Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson, and Mariano Rivera.
