Tim Wakefield of the Boston Red Sox has been named the 2010 recipient of the prestigious Roberto Clemente Award at a press conference prior to Game Two of the World Series at AT&T Park in San Francisco. Bestowed annually to the Major League Baseball player who combines a dedication to giving back to the community with outstanding skills on the baseball field, the Roberto Clemente Award recognizes players who best represent the game of baseball through sportsmanship, community involvement and positive contributions to their Clubs. Since 2004, Wakefield has been actively involved with ?Pitching in for Kids,? a non-profit organization dedicated to providing grants to improve the lives of children across the New England region. It encourages children to participate in special events to learn important life skills and the spirit of initiative and giving within the community. He has co-hosted a number of fundraising events for the organization, which have helped raise close to $1 million.