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Ball & Buds Episode #1: Tribute to 'Hammerin' Hank Aaron (Part 1)
Season 1
Episode 1
Published 5 years, 8 months ago
Description
Honor the life and career of 'Hammerin' Hank Aaron, one of America’s greatest athlete’s and discuss how racism and race relations from the 1950-70’s relates to same issues we are experiencing in the world in 2021.
Show Notes:
0:45 - Omar's Overture (Rest in Power Hank Aaron!)
1:30 - Early Years
7:30 - Negro/Minor Leagues
10:30 - Race Relations in 2021
12:30 - Start of Major League Career
13:00 - ESPN Fun Facts
15:00 - Description of Episode 2
15:30 - Career Statistics
17:00 - Omar's Epilogue (Bud Selig Quote)