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Starling Marte’s Breast Cancer Event

Professional athletes get judged for what they do on the field, but it’s what they do off the field that can lead to major benefits and leave lasting communities. It’s something that Chris Archer prides himself, being a pillar of good in the community and making a difference.

Being community leaders is something in the Pittsburgh Pirates history, with Roberto Clemente being the perfect illustration of the balance of being a player and helping others. With that, Starling Marte is hosting an event for breast cancer this offseason.

El 20 de octubre vamos todo para el club José Martí apoyar a todas las mujeres que están luchando contra el cancer

A post shared by Starling Marte (@marte06) on Sep 15, 2018 at 9:21am PDT

His caption, “El 20 de octubre vamos todo para el club José Martí apoyar a todas las mujeres que están luchando contra el cancer” translates to “On October 20 we are going to the José Martí club to support all the women who are fighting against cancer.