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‘Lost a titan’: Tributes flow for MLB icon Hank Aaron – NEWS.com.au
‘Lost a titan’: Tributes flow for MLB icon Hank Aaron
Long-time Major League Baseball home run king Hank Aaron was remembered for his character and dignity as well as his sporting achievements following his death on Friday at age 86.Aaron shrugged off racism and death threats to pass the record 714 homers hit by Babe Ruth in 1974, finishing on 755 for his career and becoming a pioneer in front office opportunities for black players after their careers.
“Hank Aaron was one of the best baseball players we’ve ever seen and one of the strongest people…
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