Hank Aaron 1982 Hall of Fame Induction Speech

Exhibiting an understated style that became his trademark, Hank Aaron became the all-time home-run champion via one of the most consistent offensive careers in baseball history, with 3,771 hits. In addition to his 755 home runs, he also set Major League records for total bases, extra-base hits and RBIs. Aaron was the 1957 National League MVP, won three Gold Gloves for his play in right field and was named to a record 25 All-Star squads.
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[@timranzetta3582]

Powerful words from Hammering Hank: "A man's ability is only limited by his lack of opportunity." R.I.P.

[@jerrybrownell3633]

Hank was possibly the most consistently greatest superstar ever.

[@stevewaldman230]

The Legitimate All Time Home Run Champion. What a Record He Left. And He spoke Beautifully. RIP #44.

[@alvinwagner6745]

Oh that the leaders of this country had the class, honesty, and integrity that this man has always had.

[@drumcircler]

An American hero of high dignity. Henry Aaron is baseball royalty. His long and winding road has been glorious.

[@the_console-girl-9778]

The titan of baseball

[@ThekiBoran]

@@the_console-girl-9778 One of the titans.

[@ericselvig5808]

Aaron is going to be hard to surpass in greatness

[@N8Mozaik757]

R.I.P. to a legend on & off the field. A truly Iconic player. Thanks for everything, Hank! #AlwaysForward✊🏾⚾️💯

[@45scienceproject]

He's an absolute inspiration and an all time American hero.

[@ronfowlermusic]

Nice to see his mother and father there in the crowd.

[@interfaithfulness8063]

Such remarkable humility. Really astounding. May his everlasting reward be great.

[@ilae.williams7675]

..."may his everlasting reward be great"...🖤💯

[@NortonsNestMonthly]

I watched this on the day Henry Aaron died but I was able to meet him in 1974. His speech perfectly embodied who he was and for all he suffered, not a trace of bitterness was heard in that speech.

[@stevewaldman230]

Mr. Class on and off the field. Simply the Best!

[@MrBruce-xv4ou]

Hank Aaron is at the top of Baseball and he stands with all the greats that we have watch through the years. Thank you Hank for all you have done.

[@frankmanigault5408]

Without a doubt the greatest home run hitter of all time.

[@joseanthompson9069]

R.I.P HANK KING AARON

[@ajawofcopan]

we love you Hank!

[@marksleboda8325]

Henry I'm fortunate to have grown up during your era. Mr. Aaron paved the way for many African- American ballplayers here in Detroit. Larry Doby, Jake Wood, Gates Brown and Willie Horton to name a few.

[@sharonhaywood2818]

Rest In Peace Hank!🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 you and others broke the ice for other African American players. Thank You Very Much Sir!

[@christopherneyfeldt3869]

Class act on and off the field. Still my Homerun King.

[@davidpyzel1675]

one of baseball's greats!!

[@slapshot68]

Top 3

[@allisonhansen5180]

RIP to an exemplary gentleman and legend.

[@fredapeeples6619]

Pure class. The King.

[@ManuelGuzman067]

My fav mlb players of the past.Roberto clemente Rip Hank Aaron rip .living legend Willie mays ⚾ Heroes

[@michaelreynolds3480]

That would be my all time favorite and best outfield. Best ever!!!

[@thomasnorman9723]

his children are beautiful

[@wanderdworld]

TALENT!!!! Bravo Hank Aaron

[@charliebrockett428]

Hank is truly a role model for the youth of today. My family and myself watch this regularly and all agree that Hank should have entered politics and he would have surely become President of the USA.

[@pedroaraujo9541]

We love Aaron

[@raygordon3728]

Class

[@CJ-pb8jr]

RIP to the legend

[@wonderfulwatsoncpa]

My baseball hero.

[@qdog568]

RIP

[@johnmolina3284]

Not a baseball fan, but I remember when he broke Babe Ruth's record, he was called names and even received death threats.

[@oreally8605]

Satan's children always do that..

[@TheBatugan77]

He was also cheered by millions. We won out.

[@christopherneyfeldt4587]

Hank will always be my Home Run King. RIP Hank

[@balaton1]

Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Aaron may be the home run king. But he also had over 3,900 hits. Mr. Aaron is a stunning man. His class is something to be strived for.

[@raylemar2386]

I now understand why Pete Rose wants this honor. It's the true pinnacle of professional baseball.

[@fredapeeples6619]

There's class, and then there is Rose.

[@danacoleman4007]

OH, HENRY!!!!! You were the BEST!!!!!

[@boblozaintherealworld3577]

Humble and inspiring words from this gentleman athlete. But there is no doubt he worked his ass off every single day to be the best all around baseball player. Tremendous physical exertion. An incredible spirit.

[@trippywhitty]

I'm doing a research paper on Hank Aaron. An amazing man.

[@TheBatugan77]

Henry's birthday was Feb. 5th...one day ahead of the Babe's. Also, Henry also tied Willie McCovey for the NL home run title. Each wore #44. Each hit 44. And I used to go to Shea Stadium specifically to watch both guys as a kid.

[@stever6894]

RIP, Henry. The REAL home run king. Here's a bit of baseball trivia: What do Henry Aaron and Babe Ruth have in common? Neither man ever took steroids.

[@michaelreynolds3480]

Amen!

[@jysportscardguy8935]

The man...

[@danacoleman4007]

Stan

[@ManuelGuzman067]

Hank aaron Jackie Robinson willie stargell roberto clemente Rip top Afros in Mlb Rip ⚾ 🌹

[@ThekiBoran]

What about Frank Robinson?

[@branchline101]

Oh I wish I could’ve turned 18 years old or something in 1980 I would’ve loved to watched this live

[@jsmcfariii]

I was an 18 year old in 1982, It was taught that Henry Aaron, was class all the way watched him break the record at 9. Greatest offensive player in MLB history. Rest Easy Sir.

[@TheBatugan77]

I was 16 when he launched number 715, live on NBC, April 1974. It was a priviledge to watch, and I later had a giant poster of the moment on my wall. Henry Louis Aaron!

[@TstanDa-Man]

Crazy to see a man who was born in 1874… I wonder if kids today who follow baseball look at Hank Aaron like the legend he was

[@ThekiBoran]

There's a video of the show, what's my secret, they had a guess whose secret was he was either in the theater when Lincoln was shot or he saw John Booth get shot, something regarding the assassination of Lincoln.

[@oreally8605]

Hank Aaron: Black conservative. Through and through.

[@TheBatugan77]

He was a great American. That's all anyone needs to know.

[@ThekiBoran]

@@TheBatugan77 There are many black conservatives and they are viciously attacked by the socialist dregs in our debauched society.