The way Jameson Taillon pitched was only part of his perfect night at the ballpark Wednesday. Taillon was announced as the Pittsburgh Pirates' nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award, presented annually by Major League Baseball to a player "who shows extraordinary character, community involvement, philanthropy and positive contributions, both on and off the field." Clemente spent his entire career with the Pirates from 1954-72 before dying in a plane crash while attempting to transport supplies from his native Puerto Rico to earthquake-stricken Nicaragua. Taillon met the Hall of Fame outfielder's widow, Vera, and three children prior to the game. "It was the first time I ever had the opportunity to meet them and it was quite an honor, especially meeting the namesake of the man the award is named after," Taillon said. "That was really special. Then to go out and win the game made things even more special." The right-hander tossed five effective innings and helped send Homer Bailey to yet another loss as the Pirates beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-2 to sweep their three-game series. read more http://www.espn.com/mlb/recap?gameId=380905123
