Hank Aaron, RIP

ET2SN · 01-22-21, 05:13 PM

From ESPN:

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Henry Louis "Hank" Aaron, the Hall of Fame slugger whose 755 career home runs long stood as baseball's golden mark, has died. He was 86.

"Our family is heartbroken to hear the news of Hank Aaron's passing," Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp said in a statement on behalf of the Aaron family. "Hank Aaron was an American icon and one of Georgia's greatest legends. His life and career made history, and his influence was felt not only in the world of sports, but far beyond -- through his important work to advance civil rights and create a more equal, just society. We ask all Georgians to join us in praying for his fans, family, and loved ones as we remember Hammerin' Hank's incredible legacy."

The Atlanta Braves said in a release that Aaron died peacefully in his sleep.

He was the pinnacle of class and made the Braves into who they are.

u crank · 01-22-21, 05:27 PM

R.I.P. Henry.

Commander Wallace · 01-22-21, 06:44 PM

Wow, this is a huge loss to baseball. Not only was Hank Aaron one of the best professional baseball players to ever play, he was an ambassador of the game as well. Hank paved the way for other black athletes to move into sports and was a true trail blazer. Quiet and soft spoken, he let his playing speak for him which in this case, was volumes.

His 755 home runs lasted until 2007 when it was broken by Barry Bonds.

Rest in peace Hank and thanks for stopping by.

Jimbuna · 01-23-21, 07:11 AM

RIP Sir

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u crank Old enough to know better Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Prince Edward Island Posts: 11,560 Downloads: 136 Uploads: 0	R.I.P. Henry. __________________ “Two possibilities exist: either we are alone in the Universe or we are not. Both are equally terrifying.” ― Arthur C. Clarke

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Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 181,284 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	RIP Sir __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!! GWX3.0 Download Page - Donation/instant access to GWX (Help SubSim)

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Commander Wallace Navy Seal Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Under the sea in an Octupus garden in the shade Posts: 5,017 Downloads: 360 Uploads: 0	Wow, this is a huge loss to baseball. Not only was Hank Aaron one of the best professional baseball players to ever play, he was an ambassador of the game as well. Hank paved the way for other black athletes to move into sports and was a true trail blazer. Quiet and soft spoken, he let his playing speak for him which in this case, was volumes. His 755 home runs lasted until 2007 when it was broken by Barry Bonds. Rest in peace Hank and thanks for stopping by.