Jake Burger’s Heart on the Field | Texas Rangers News

Jake Burger, Texas Rangers first baseman and only active MLB player with a child with Down syndrome, is the team’s nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award — honoring his extraordinary off-field impact through The Burger Family Foundation. Founded with his wife after their daughter Penelope was born with Down syndrome, the foundation provides critical support to families via therapy, financial aid, and community programs. The Rangers have stood beside him, hosting “Down Syndrome Awareness Day” and donating jersey proceeds to local organizations. Burger proudly wears number 21 — referencing Trisomy 21 — as a symbol of his mission. Fans can vote on MLB’s website to help decide the winner, announced during the 2026 World Series. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jake-burger-named-rangers-roberto-184323419.html More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b5e73e15f27bd270 Report issues to [email protected].