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Christian Yelich nominated for Roberto Clemente Award by Brewers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 1:25 AM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Christian Yelich nominated for Roberto Clemente Award by Brewers

Summary

Christian Yelich has been nominated by the Milwaukee Brewers for the 2026 Roberto Clemente Award, marking his second nomination in three years. Yelich reflected on his nine years with the team while in Pittsburgh for Roberto Clemente Day. He shared his gratitude for the opportunity to impact the Milwaukee community and expressed pride in following Clemente’s legacy. Major League Baseball announced all nominees for the award, which recognizes players for contributions both on and off the field. A combination of fan voting and a blue-ribbon panel will determine the award winner.

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By the Numbers

•Yelich's nomination is his second in three years.
•He recalled many memories while reflecting on his time in Milwaukee.
•Yelich was honored in Pittsburgh on Roberto Clemente Day.
•Major League Baseball named all nominees on Monday.
•The award winner will be decided through fan voting.

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1:25 AMYahoo Sports — Christian Yelich reflects on nine years in Milwaukee as Brewers’ Roberto Clemente Award nominee

What they're saying

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Milwaukee Brewers designated hitter Christian Yelich marked Roberto Clemente Day in Pittsburgh on Tuesday, one day after Major League Baseball named him the club’s nominee for the 2026 Roberto Clemente Award. The nomination is Yelich’s second in three years. He was also Milwaukee’s nominee in 2023. MLB announced all 30 nominees Monday, and the winner [...]
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