Andrew McCutchen's notable feat is one of few highlights in another underwhelming season for Pirates 

"I'm more excited about the win than [the home run], because I could've done it and lost and I would've been like 'Alright, cool,'" McCutchen said after the 5-2 victory, via MLB.com's Will Aldrich. "To get the win and do it, you know, definitely helps appreciate it a little more." 

Unlike Clemente, McCutchen hasn't starred for many winning clubs in 12 seasons with the Pirates. (The 17-year veteran has also played for the New York Yankees, San Francisco Giants, Philadelphia Phillies and Milwaukee Brewers.) 

The Pirates haven't won a World Series or even a playoff series with McCutchen. Pittsburgh is 28-41 this season and may miss the postseason for a 10th consecutive season. 

Clemente — a Baseball Hall of Famer — played for the Pirates from 1955-72. During this span, Pittsburgh won two World Series titles. When he won the 1971 World Series MVP, the former right fielder slashed .414/.452/.759 in seven games against the Baltimore Orioles, lifting the Pirates to the title.

The Pirates' ineptitude has prevented McCutchen from delivering a signature moment in the postseason, hurting his HOF case. 

McCutchen has won a National League MVP and a Gold Glove and made five All-Star Games, a solid résumé, but some may not consider it HOF-worthy. Former outfielder Torii Hunter made five All-Star Games and won nine Gold Gloves in 19 seasons with the Minnesota Twins, Los Angeles Angels and Detroit Tigers but isn't in Cooperstown. 

McCutchen has had a fantastic career, but it's fair to ask if it would be more celebrated if the Pirates were a perennial contender.