Baseball Community Mourns The Passing Of Hank Aaron

The baseball community is in a somber mood today after it was announced that the original home run king, Hank Aaron, has passed away. He was 86-years-old.

“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 via ESPN. “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.”

MLB players past and present have taken to social media to share condolences to the great Hank Aaron.

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— Atlanta Braves (@Braves) January 22, 2021

"What a marvelous moment for the country and the world.”

Hank Aaron's 715th home run called by Vin Scully will give you chills. (via @MLBVault) pic.twitter.com/O1vNTxB247

— ESPN (@espn) January 22, 2021

A legend on and off the ball field… the best to ever do it… RIP Mr Hank Aaron 🙏🏿 #44 pic.twitter.com/3LH6iB9auV

— David Ortiz (@davidortiz) January 22, 2021

RIP Henry Louis “Hank” Aaron! Sad sad day. Thankful for your heroism! 🖤 pic.twitter.com/oyfWfr0M80

— Marcus Stroman (@STR0) January 22, 2021

Bruh😫😫😫😫 https://t.co/CUlhM6egcf

— Andrew McCutchen (@TheCUTCH22) January 22, 2021

Forever a legend. ⚾️

Rest In Peace Hank Aaron. pic.twitter.com/1mETeXs5pA

— Kansas City Monarchs (@kscitymonarchs) January 22, 2021

We lost an American hero and baseball icon today.

Our thoughts are with the family, friends, fans and loved ones of the great Hammerin’ Hank Aaron. pic.twitter.com/NTknE2NYVB

— Seattle Mariners (@Mariners) January 22, 2021

Rest In Peace #HankAaron. A true baseball legend. pic.twitter.com/bDeuzfh8hx

— Barry L Bonds (@BarryBonds) January 22, 2021

https://twitter.com/WContreras40/status/1352663282008666113

I can’t imagine what Hank Aaron went through in his lifetime. He had every right to be angry or militant…..but never was! He spread his grace on everything and every one he came in contact with. Epitome of class and integrity. RIP Henry Aaron! #HammerinHank

— Chipper Jones (@RealCJ10) January 22, 2021

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The outpouring of love from MLB players shows the amount of impact that Henry Aaron had on the game of baseball. During his illustrious career, Hank Aaron hit 755 home runs, a record that stood up until 2007 when the steroid era was in full force. Aaron was also a civil rights activist, and helped pave the way for people of color to play MLB baseball for years to come.

You simply cannot write baseball history without Hank Aaron. RIP to a true legend.

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