The Pittsburgh Pirates have reversed course on a decision to remove from PNC Park a placard honoring the late Hall of Famer and franchise legend Roberto Clemente in order to make room for advertising space. The Pirates' response comes after Clemente's son, Roberto Clemente Jr., criticized the club for the decision.

The Pittsburgh Pirates will restore a sign honoring franchise icon Roberto Clemente to PNC Park's right field wall following criticism from fans and Clemente's family because of its removal.In the sign's place is an ad for Surfside alcoholic drinks.

The Pittsburgh Pirates have reversed course after angering the family of the late Roberto Clemente by removing a sign honoring the franchise icon on the right-field wall at PNC Park.