"This is a labor of love, with the struggles that we went through with infertility. We found our route into helping peop Via @MLBNetwork on X

What happened: Carlos Rodon said infertility struggles led him and his wife Ashley to help others through the Carlos Rodon Foundation. MLB named 30 club nominees for the 2026 Roberto Clemente Award.

Why it matters: The nomination recognizes off-field work during the regular season. Fans can help choose the winner through the league's vote.

What to watch: MLB will announce the winner.

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