Reggie Jackson on Willie Mays' legacy & emotions of visiting Rickwood Field | MLB on FOX

Hall-Of-Famer Reggie Jackson sat down with the "MLB on FOX" crew to talk about Willie Mays' legacy and the emotions he felt during his return to Rickwood Field.
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[@foxsports]

Always good to see Mr. October ⚾

[@MikeCee7]

Besides the obvious, I was looking at the orange “Reggie” bars on the table, in front Reggie, & everyone else, & they never even mentioned it. Was there something they’re supposed to do a bit about? Or was it just for show? (And the only the people who were old enough to remember 1977 & 1978, would recognize those bars)

[@acespace7255]

A legend talking about a Legend.

[@Solitaryman70]

Those Reggie Bars were good, but today, WAY to sweet for me, it would take 2 days for me to finish one today. 😊 We use to freeze them back in the day!

[@huntercannon1455]

@@MikeCee7 dude don’t get this twisted for real his candy bars with his name on it and the box he has his candy in has no substance none whatsoever that’s the color he chose for his candy bars to be stored in all you are doing is throwing out a dog whistle to your racist maga hat base . Please ,please, please .

[@fredwerza3478]

Willie Mays is the GOAT --- but anyone who saw Reggie in the '77 World Series witnessed something truly special

[@tfort4589]

Reggie wasn't "preaching" he was telling THE TRUTH

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

💯💯

[@waldolydecker8118]

exactly....had nothing to do with "preaching".....its a stupid stereotype you hate to see the FOX announcer indulge in....every black person speaking ain't "preaching" geez.

[@gilbertcarrizales7592]

Some people would call this being “woke”. America has some scars for sure, but we can learn from these mistakes to create a more perfect union.

[@IamGenoBlack]

@@gilbertcarrizales7592People who refere to the truth as woke are more ignorant than the “n words”: they despise.

[@IamGenoBlack]

@@gilbertcarrizales7592people who refer as “woke” as a negative are more ignorant than the n--ers they despise. True woke is human understanding and evolution.

[@ALDog1008]

Black life in America. Respect to Reggie jackson for telling the truth

[@richjasso]

Calling out his white teammates for their support while condemning the evil history of white racism in the South was powerful and moving.

[@happybeingmiserable4668]

Agreed, liked how he made sure to mention it was his, "White Friends" that got him through it, he wasn't condeming an entire race...just the area of the times.

[@gibrancaballero]

Welcome to Magastan!

[@johnkarabatos2584]

This interview will be long lasting

[@daxterclark5092]

Yep!

[@lebronsinclair8012]

It wasn’t the south. It was the country. Wake up !!!

[@tmo7734]

What I deeply respect about Reggie Jackson is that he doesn’t mince words when it comes to the truth. Thanks for keeping it real, Reggie.

[@jefferyepstein9210]

Breath of fresh air

[@MikeCee7]

For those who didn’t start watching the pregame when it started 5:30pm, Fox did NOT bleep out the 2 times Reggie said the Nwrd. 5:39 It went live on TV. (I’m sure they had a delay, but I’m sure they must’ve just let it go through, considering who was saying it)

[@tmo7734]

@@MikeCee7 In the context of history, Reggie’s words were appropriate. For corporations, the truth is too much to handle. Result? The “beep.”

[@MikeCee7]

@@tmo7734 Yeah, I know, I was just pointing it out to anyone who didn’t watch this happen live at around 6pm eastern time. Normally that word would never be let go through, on network TV. Maybe after 11pm or if it was a documentary like “Scared Straight” (from the 1970s, first time ever heard curse words on network TV)

[@tmo7734]

@@MikeCee7 Thanks for your comments, Mike. Best wishes.

[@DreamDosage]

Props to Reggie for speaking about the bad, but also acknowledging some of the good folks that helped him get through.

[@regal394]

Yep

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

Aaahhhh, they were no different from any of the rest of the 'Degenerates'. They just wanted to win games - don't be Naive

[@gibrancaballero]

Welcome to Magastan!

[@ARichardP]

Yes. It shows we can aspire to rise above our lowest impulses and least-developed cultural influences. But we have to want to.

[@leewilliams2477]

Take a bow gentleman 👏 all the white guys who helped Mr. Jackson out on his way to becoming one of the great Baseball players

[@cdawg_sf]

Props to Reggie for reminding everyone of the history unfiltered

[@briansanford1721]

As honest of an account of baseball history as goin' yard off three different pitchers on the first pitch, on 3 straight at bats, in a World Series, October 1977; I do declare. Tell it, Reggie. 😐

[@RobertJohnson-bj5lk]

Can’t have a MLB game at a Birmingham baseball stadium without talking about the legally enforced racist segregation of the Confederate States of ‘Mrrrikkka.

[@charlesfrazier4530]

I'm a 54 yr old white male, Reggie, you just brought tears to my eyes... thank you RIP Willie...

[@champ33stronghill]

How bout you fight for reparations

[@miro11912]

​@@champ33stronghill 💀💀

[@9X9977]

This is your fault

[@calvin5223]

@@champ33stronghillfrom who the ones who sold u to the whities?

[@calvin5223]

@@9X9977dems fault?

[@moeskido]

Reggie discusses the real history that Fox News fans don't want taught in schools. Good for Fox Sports for airing this.

[@truthadvocatesanonymous7511]

Why do you think they are against the so-called Critical Race Theory agenda?

[@rottdog7864]

Yes, very surprised they did.

[@eddieb7001]

you mean Lefty Democrats dont t want to teach it!! Get it right IDIOT!!

[@charlesjones1588]

Kudos to FOX Sports!

[@DavidClark-vu3dw]

Whats that?

[@PeteJones254]

Reggie Jackson doesn’t do filters😂. He’s always kept it real with no f*cks given🤣.

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

💯💯 Indeed

[@OUTFOXEM]

Looks like you do filters though

[@hodell82]

Absolutely. As a kid growing up in the 70s, I remember how great (and controversial) he was - a big part of the reason he was controversial was that he spoke his mind, always. Always respected him for that.

[@GRACELEADERROM828]

His voice cracked remembering. I am angry and sad but grateful for his strength and example.

[@jwil7954]

I heard that too. The elder still feels that pain. It saddens me as well.

[@tomray2082]

You don't get a lump in your throat after listening to Reggie, your not human.

[@gynandroidhead]

Shouldn't have bleeped the N word. It was contextually appropriate given the venue and the moving, personal raw account. This was riveting and necessary, and leave it to Reggie to do just that.

[@SkyNetGeneral-]

The man bleeped it , but the man uses that word on a daily basis

[@mcg1119]

It wasn't bleeped on the live broadcast.

[@johnny6610]

Big Papi is the darkest guy on stage 😂

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

INDEED 💯💯

[@gynandroidhead]

That is correct.

[@Eddian18]

The FOX director had his hand over the “commercial break” button the whole time.

[@chrisbrooks9118]

Bit I am glad he or she didn't. This was a great moment for television and the MLB. Moments are captured at times when truth is spoken. It was essential that Mr. OCTOBER stated these horrific detailed instances that took and take place in the best country on earth.

[@terenceturner8201]

U know he did we gotta take a break thanks Reggie!!!

[@jawaratoyloy7780]

wow!😮

[@p.merle7-11]

Hey, don't ask the question if you don't want the real answer! Love you, Mr. October now and forever.❤❤

[@elroymcfly8027]

😂😂

[@michaelt.1451]

This is why history must be told in schools and everywhere else. You can't hide the truth. You can't, not talk about it and hope it just goes away.

[@kwall718]

every kid should have to hear this and they will appreciate life in america so much differently

[@waynejohanson1083]

But what history. Most of the time it is His Story. The winners write history. If one is teach history in school, they teach it from all sides.

[@tristinhall1275]

Coming from a black person that graduated in 2012 they definitely taught this type of stuff. I don’t know where the narrative came from that these type of things we weren’t being taught, but it’s a lie. Everything Reggie Jackson spoke about I learned throughout grade school

[@antonioowens1111]

​@@tristinhall1275It depends on what state you went to public school in because most of the republican states are against it being taught. They've taken the race out of the Rosa Parks story in the history books in Florida, so what's going to happen if the teacher explains what she really went to jail for if a student asks? They've taken the white race out of the Ocoee Massacre and it just says that black people were perpetrated against and also perpetrated against others

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

History?? Hope?? Go Away?? Not in the Cesspool they call the "UNITED" States of America. It's generations of DEGENERATE S.

[@creex7118]

Reggie was our guy as a child growing up in the 70's. His story is heart wrenching that I couldn't imagine. Mr. October thank you Sir for sharing, because some people today don't want these type of stories told.

[@williestyle35]

This is the way. Reggie "Mr October" Jackson was among the very first legendary players I ever saw - class and hard work personified. r. i. p. Mr Willie Mays may his memory be a blessing

[@jcarmike10]

I see why my dad loved Reggie Jackson so much. Much respect from a Birmingham native.

[@TempeSoldier123]

I’m from Birmingham too. Grew up in Smithfield and even though I live on the west coast I still love my hometown.

[@jcarmike10]

@TempeSoldier123 , that's where my family lived. Smithfield, Fountain Heights and College Hills.

[@Dusterbugless]

Tears came down my eyes. Unbelievable that a lot of people are still alive from that time. He’s only 78.

[@tonywilliams1771]

This is that time.

[@Ace_Boogie617]

He looks great for his age

[@cornelldavis6703]

Yeah the Tulsa Oklahoma 2 r still alive and the courts told them to kick rocks !!

[@wildweav]

My father who would be 90 today was walking in a southern town in the late 1950's, an African-American man was walking toward him on the sidewalk. The man stepped off of the sidewalk into the street and walked around my father. My father said, "You didn't have to do that." The man said, "Yes I do, it is the law in this town."

[@georgeklimes7604]

It's not that long ago. Plenty of people in their 60s, 70s, and beyond experienced this stuff.

[@kwall718]

ngl Mr. October almost had me crying as a young black man hearing his heartfelt message ❤

[@jamesBrian-lu4kj]

White kids in Bay Area loved Vida Reggie..Campy, Gene Catfish Joe, Rollie...Blue Moon..and later Claudel Washington..had nothing to with skin color ..all about baseball...

[@baberRuth]

Warning, beware. But if you can handle it.."Birmingham church bombing-Wikipedia". Read it all. What ended this? TV, yes. Yankees saw this & many cared. When enough cared. Congress made laws. #2. FBI, they filed Fed charges after racist juries & judges acquitted White murderers.

[@hammy11000]

​@jamesBrian-lu4kj lmao you're hella dumb

[@lawrencebenjamin502]

...I truly had some tears coming down.

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

Don't Cry, just make sure you and your family/people know what it is. 💪🏿💪🏿 Raise your children Integrity and Dignity

[@introvertedinfluencer]

The realest interview I have seen in my 35yrs.

[@jayskywalker5049]

YESSSSSS

[@chrisburnett7572]

Mr. October told the truth!! In ways from growing up and living here, we still dealing with their grandchildren. Now across the country.

[@magict3041]

Not only grandchildren but children

[@yanceyh.1850]

EXACTLY !

[@andrewmorita8252]

maga was here pre civil war. It took trump to make hate cool again.

[@jwil7954]

Exactly!

[@felixmadison5736]

I'm 75 years-old and Willie Mays was the greatest all-around player I ever saw. You had to see him to believe him.

[@christhompson6010]

feel sorry for those who didn't get to see him play. Nothing like it

[@realtruth2817]

@@christhompson6010 Roberto

[@christhompson6010]

@@realtruth2817 saw them both but msys was in a class of his own

[@jamesstrohl6094]

J😂

[@RobertPiche-ii9dt]

I'm 60 so I only saw the end unfortunately. Same with Aaron. I saw him strikeout vs the Angels when Aaron was with the Brewers. I don't know about you but personally I don't even watch baseball anymore. It is no longer the Grand Old Game. It's HR Derby w/live pitching! Very, very sad what's happened.

[@fgraziani]

Reggie Jackson speaks the truth!

[@jimnfl7134]

76 years young. First time i seen him in about 3 years actually.

[@Fishseaofcortez]

I knew an old gentleman who passed away two years ago. He was once a minor league pitcher in the Indians farm system, and it was spring training. He pitched against Mays and struck him out. It wasn't the strikeout that lived in mind. It was the fact that Mays acknowledged what he just did and said to him, "Nice job, kid." Mr. Mays' gesture is what he cherished, not the strikeout. Mr. Henry never made it to the big leagues. He went on to get married and start a family. Baseball was still a big part of his life. He coached his kids and watched his grandsons play.

[@LinkRocks]

Reggie's not one to sugarcoat his words and I respect that so much. If you didn't go through what he did, and thankfully I did not, you can't judge the emotions he was experiencing at the time and while he was telling that story.

[@jefferyepstein9210]

Reggie should start a podcast sharing his experiences and having guests share theirs from those times.

[@jeffstipp6872]

@jefferyepstein9210-I KNEW you didn't die!

[@icemac911]

NPR has a podcast about the history of his and others experiences. "Road to Richwood." I highly recommend it.

[@jefferyepstein9210]

@@icemac911 I will try to find it thanks!!

[@Jobyfresh23]

@@icemac911yo thank you so much for that information and I know I didn’t ask the question but your answer right on time for others wanting to learn more of history

[@thecityisourgym793]

Reggie states it perfectly. This needs to be acknowledged and discussed. We need this message today more than ever. Thank you for sharing Reggie.

[@dxwallace55]

Naw, they just wanna ban books and not teach all of history. Unless its the White, sugar coated narrative of history. You know when America was supposedly great.....

[@leondarnell1]

GO "Mr October"...he got real, real quick...

[@NOMADcourier85]

Mad respect to Reggie not holding back here for anyone. 👏 This is even more powerful to me because I'm currently doing a deep dive on the Swingin A's and just finished listening to the audiobook for "Dynastic, Bombastic, Fantastic: Reggie, Rollie, Catfish, and Charlie Finley's Swingin' A's" and I'm also doing a franchise mode with the 1975 A's roster on MLB The Show. Gonna get around to "Bronx is Burning" next week.

[@jamesBrian-lu4kj]

I can tell you all about the A's...I was 12 in 71

[@SlipKid1975]

Good stuff. I was born in Oakland, we only lived about 10 minutes from the coliseum and I started going to games in 1968 with my dad when I was 8. In 1969 we sat in the right field bleachers often where “Reggie’s Regiment” was located. I have so many great memories of those players and great teams. Also went to an all lot of the playoff series. and World Series games of the early 70’s. I’ll be there for the last game they play there on 9/26. It will be a crazy, emotional experience.

[@NOMADcourier85]

@SlipKid1975 great stuff. I'm probably gonna go to that game too all the way from Pennsylvania.

[@christopherwall444]

When Reggie came to the plate to hit it was always an electric moment...really like no else I've seen play..I'm 67

[@c1979h]

It's not unbelievable, I grew up two blocks from Rickwood. The past is the past, but those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. Thanks for that Mr. October.

[@boatbound3300]

Thank God for Reggie

[@TimRobinson-hc7mt]

I love that Reggie told it like it was for him and what he went through with the racism he had to put up with. He did not miss words and glad FOX did not pull the plug on him and let him speak his mind. Loved that interview

[@TimRobinson-hc7mt]

In this video they put the BLEEPS in here glad I saw it live and yeah he used the N word and was not afraid to say it good for you Reggie

[@AK-jw7rx]

People need to hear that truth. It still goes on today

[@novacorps2468]

*mince words* but yeah Reggie told it like it was

[@georgeklimes7604]

Especially because Reggie used the "N" word. That makes the story even more raw and powerful.

[@mrzachblk]

May we never forget the past and what our parents, grandparents, great grandparents and ancestors went through. Thank you Reggie. RIP Willie

[@jjboys215]

It ain't that far in "the past"... ...the 2 main guys running for POTUS were both born into LEGAL SEGREGATION. Both were in their 20's when "LEGAL" SEGREGATION ended.

[@terrencetaylor8196]

I watched this atleast ten(10) times and it punches harder each time.

[@brittanyfrancis7143]

Super impactful interview…we are not that far removed from his experience. I have the utmost respect for him.

[@mikecinquen]

I'm not a necessarily a Reggie fan but that commentary he put forth made me emotional to the point of tears in my eyes! Much respect for Reggie Jackson. Much respect to the Say hey Kid!!

[@realonethreesevens3640]

How are you not a fan “necessarily” RJ is one of the pioneers of modern baseball. It sounds like you’re not necessarily a fan of the game at all..?

[@furryhoof647]

@@realonethreesevens3640 Loving baseball does not require one to love every superstar that's ever played.

[@realonethreesevens3640]

@@furryhoof647 i was just hating. I agree

[@Solitaryman70]

@@realonethreesevens3640 WHY? How many crosses were burned on your front Lawn? How many of your relatives were dragged out of their homes and lynched by angry Black Mobs who just hated White People? Do tell. 🤨🤔

[@palosadventures8794]

Reggie speaking his experience as a ball player in the south during the 60's brought to light the reality of segregation during that time. Absolutely riveting and so important for everyone to hear him speak the truth. Thank you Mr Jackson!

[@MrDuds1984]

Reggie Jackson greatest player of the 70’s, absolute legend!

[@jim72068]

Was never a Reggie fan .... but as a person I absolutely respect him and appreciate his raw honesty. I may never have rooted for him but life is bigger than sports and I am a fan of his as a person.

[@robertoplaza91]

RIP Willie Mays!! The Best Ever !! We in the Latino community would always say De Lo Willie Mays to someone worthy and great !! Props to him!! Also thanks to Mr October Reggie Jackson for his service to MLB & Life!! God Bless All !!

[@addis.temari]

@robertoplaza We in the Black Community SALUTE you and American Latino's contributions to all cosas Americano, Si!!!! Respect, sempre, Sir.

[@robertoplaza91]

@@addis.temari- we are all in this together!! God bless ❤

[@keithwashington5149]

Reggie Jackson is a man's man...an Alpha Male who fears no mortal....Thank you sir for a lifetime of inspiration....Love ya!

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

WORD!!! 💯

[@wlewisiii]

Anyone stupid enough to use that word isn't one.

[@Acast009]

A man’s man!!

[@steveosaur]

It's important to be reminded about the truth. We can see progress since the 60s, but it's far from over. Hats off to Reggie.

[@dxwallace55]

Not if you're white and trying to never acknowledge all of history......

[@Tony-go7ej]

Reggie told the truth som people can't handle the truth

[@vickwicked4260]

We gotta tell the history so that's it's never repeated! Learning from past mistakes leads to a greater future!

[@happybeingmiserable4668]

Well he told the entire truth, made sure to mention his White Friends got him through it....he didn't paint an entire race as evil.

[@jacquelineperry8515]

Maga white folks don’t wanna here the truth, some black folks help protect them for a job or money

[@RoderickSpode]

​@@happybeingmiserable4668 Only 1% of European friends supported him then, 99% of European Amerikkkans were evil anti-Black racists ....... like they are today. Rest in peace to Tamir Rice, Ayana Jones, Breonna Taylor Atatiana Jerfferson, Roger Fortson, Sandra Bland, Why isn't European Amerikkkans calling for justice for all the above Black Americans, lynched by European Amerikkkans If a majority of European Amerikkk are not EVIL anti-Black racists like you falsely claim?

[@OathfLouve]

Indeed, remind them sir. Now they want us to return to those days.

[@malcolmposely1703]

We need more people like Him OG

[@viewparkla7977]

Thank you Reggie for exposing the truth. You are indeed ‘the straw that stir the drink.’

[@kwall718]

everyone so needs to hear this

[@danmann7602]

He's lying.

[@baberRuth]

​@@danmann7602you're lying in a pig trough. Cause ur an oinker

[@AH-xf6cp]

@@danmann7602cope harder

[@Hooks2013]

​@@danmann7602 , go troll somewhere else....

[@user-my3wr8ts7i]

I love how real Reggie Jackson is during the interview. To play the sport you in love with people who hate and despise you for being black. Both my grandfathers were raised in the deep south, with one of my moms side being from Alabama. He told me the happiest time his life was being stationed in West Germany during the Cold War. Despite being the closest a third world war, he always told me he'd rather be shot by Russians than live in Alabama. I didn't understand it growing up, but I do now.

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

Think about how sad that is. WOW!!

[@halwilliams7734]

He always spoke his mind

[@zackpack8]

Henry Aaron and Willie Mays were both my favorite players growing up! Two amazing and honorable gentlemen! RIP to the Say Hey Kid!

[@Tom-xn8nn]

First baseball game I ever was at ,I saw Hank hit on e over the wall . I was rooting for the other team but seeing Hank hit was a highlight in my life

[@williestyle35]

No doubt. "Mr October" Reggie Jackson was among the very first legendary players I saw playing baseball (along with my hometown Cubs, Ryne Sandberg and Andre "Hawk" Dawson...). r. i. p. Mr Willie Mays

[@flyguy7825]

Willie Mays arguably the greatest baseball player in history if not top 3 to 5.

[@apostle6100]

He was THE best no question

[@jonblom]

Top 3 all day every day! Maybe Number 1 🤔😎

[@user-sz1wg2zr9g]

He would certainly be the starting center fielder if the history of baseball fielded a team

[@billm3706]

Learn to spell.

[@whilginfour6178]

Stats don’t lie - he was absolutely breathing in the “rarest of airs”. The king of “All 5 Skills”, likely unrivaled in that regard all time.

[@roxannevlogs7329]

Well said Reggie, we need to acknowledge the past 🧡🖤🧡🖤⚾️Rest In Peace Willie Mays, thank you for the memories

[@jimmason2080]

I can hear Cosell "Than you Reggie for telling it like it is...!"

[@choodad3137]

Indeed, I can hear him too!

[@GOTAisMe]

As always Reggie Jackson is incredibly inspirational. I've loved this man since I was 6 years old and will for the rest of my life. No BS. No saying what others want to hear. Reggie speaks the truth!

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

INDEED 💯💯

[@kelvinwilliams9317]

Word, Reggie was is my favorite baseball player!

[@williestyle35]

I have loved "Mr October" Reggie Jackson since I first saw him playing, when I was barely old enough to understand baseball (over 45 years ago). Even as a Cubs fan, Reggie was class and hard work personified.

[@djnkosi]

Wow. Powerful. ✊🏽

[@SHADOWFOX1464]

That’s what we needed to hear, the truth.

[@zackwilliams9261]

Reggie Jackson was always one of my favorite all time players. Kudos to him for speaking the truth.

[@williestyle35]

Same. Reggie "Mr October" Jackson was among the very first legendary players I ever saw as a young kid (along with my hometown Cubs, Ryne Sandberg and Andre "Hawk" Dawson). r. i. p. Mr Willie Mays may his memory be a blessing

[@rorydouthard3636]

This was heart-wrenching and uncomfortable AF to hear. It was also very necessary….hard to ‘GET OVER IT!’ There are millions of folks still alive who have a similar story to Reggie’s and it won’t ever be documented by their kids and grandkids because it’s too painful to relive and recall it.

[@robertbyington7715]

I am so proud of RJ for telling his story the way it happened without straying from the facts people who live history need to tell their story so this type of behavior is called out for what it was and is.

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

💯💯 Indeed

[@williestyle35]

Reggie Jackson was among the very first legendary players I ever saw - class and hard work personified. r. i. p. Mr Willie Mays may his memory be a blessing

[@ptduncan]

Reggie Jackson should be the commissioner of baseball

[@whilginfour6178]

Heroic honesty. Telling the reality that he lived through, sugar-coating nothing! Hear hear, America! Mr. October became Mr. Juneteenth right before our eyes. All I can think to do is chant his name like they did when I was a kid. REGGIE! REGGIE! Well done, legend.

[@sharonpickett5529]

I grew up as an Oakland A’s Fan and Reggie Jackson was one of my favorite players. He spoke the TRUTH!!!!

[@keonaharker8021]

And this is why history must NOT be erased from textbooks… ❤️🖤💚🇺🇸 thank you Mr. Jackson!

[@dxwallace55]

The whole history and current agenda of White America is about erasing history, except for their narrative......

[@Sweetdaddy415]

These were powerful words. I'm so glad he did not hold back and spoke the truth. Thank you Mr. Jackson.🙏🙏🙏

[@scottd2063]

This event was one of the best things the MLB has ever done. Awesome.

[@eandsm4620]

Agreed 100%! Besides the start of the playoffs in 1969.

[@MrStevebo76]

This interview got me twice! Thanks Reggie for sharing what seems like an insurmountable struggle. When your voice cracked it brought me to tears. Now with Willie gone it’s ambassadors like yourself that keep both the beauty and some of the struggles of the game alive. National Treasure! What a panel Fox had yesterday! ❤️

[@IamGenoBlack]

This is amazing. I can’t believe I am saying this, but kudos Fox Sports. Great segment.

[@sarahbaartmansrevenge]

the saddest part is that this country hasn’t moved forward one bit since those days. god bless reggie jackson, i remember when he had a car dealership in the san francisco bay area!

[@furryhoof647]

You disrespect Reggie and the people from those days when you pretend that people today have to endure those atrocities. Racism comes in many forms, some are faaaar worse than others. Let's not diminish their experiences.

[@agent1.618]

a large portion of white America still struggles with self-reflection, guilt, honesty and empathy.

[@RWorfel1]

Na, it’s just that when someone like me comes along and says that AROD or Bonds shouldn’t have been a part of that broadcast on Juneteenth and that they shouldn’t ever get into the HOF, people like you say that people like me just say that because we are racists.

[@Willieb-hi6yt]

@@RWorfel1 I agree, they don't belong

[@Hattricks68]

@@RWorfel1Then only mention the White players that shouldn’t be in the Hall of Fame……Problem Solved!

[@tombarzey7964]

Great hearing #44 Mr October tell his truth, the good and the uglyness, that he went through coming up during his time in the major leagues. Respect to you!

[@pnojazz]

Listening to Reggie, you can easily picture it all. The hate, the viciousness, the madness. I didn’t know that part of Reggie’s history, and I’m truly sorry to learn of it now. But the truth doesn’t make apologies. It just is. Thank you for telling it like it was Mr. Jackson!❤

[@user-md4di6yg2p]

Fantastic interview! As a white kid following baseball in the 60's and 70's, aside from the obvious fact that a particular player was black or white, I simply thought of them as baseball players, and I identified them by the position they played: so and so is a pitcher...so and so is a shortstop, etc. etc. And Reggie, you were one of my favorite players to watch in the day. I'm so happy that you graced us with your presence on this night!

[@doug3819]

Me to growing up in the 60s and 70s, most competitive players in that era maybe any era Reggie Jackson and Pete Rose.

[@yanceyh.1850]

This Man was my Baseball hero when I was a boy....the producers here probably yelling at the host to cut into a commercial at Reggie telling it like it is....Thank You Mr. October...RIP Willie

[@choodad3137]

He was the reason I liked baseball and the Yankees as a kid. When he went to Oakland I was said but my parents did buy me Reggie Jackson Baseball video game!!!

[@Absolute8384]

Reggie was keeping 100 like a fastball ⚾️. No pun intended.

[@greggross8856]

Go ahead and intend it. It works just fine here.

[@MelBaker-mo6eh]

Who remembers those October days? ❤ Reggie Jackson.

[@leejohnson6328]

This is the interview of the year

[@Jamesgang23]

Mr October Speaking Wisdom

[@quentin0630]

I grew up jeering Reggie Jackson. I have nothing but praise for him, nothing but admiration for him after hearing him speak the hard truth, the clear honesty, the real history, last night.

[@pschmidty5]

Thank you so much for posting this. I was hoping I could rewatch this somewhere. This was a great segment.

[@eandsm4620]

I hope they do other segments of the game, too.

[@wallacerose7499]

Saw say hey play 1971 May , at Candlestick, I was in Army Ft Ord . Seat in centerfield. Willie was The Man !

[@Breeder333]

Reggie keeping it 💯. Respect for saying what people want to sweep under the rug. Mr October forever

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

Those people don't give a f*** - USA still full of generations of DEGENERATE Cooters

[@Willieb-hi6yt]

Jeter is Mr. October

[@UKBornin1971]

Real talk right there from Mr. October. Thank you Reggie for letting America know and remember what blacks went through not to long ago. He just gave to us straight, with no chaser.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@OathfLouve]

Excellent!!!

[@marksieving7925]

What's sad is that for many people, this is the first time they've heard that things like this happened. Any black player who played in the 1960s can tell their own version of this story. I have great respect for Reggie Jackson for sharing this.

[@RichBoy-dc2dq]

"What's sad is that for many people, this is the first time they've heard that things like this happened" Either you're a foreigner, was in a coma or flat out lying.......so which is it?

[@Rico-ow3ys]

Reggie, calls em' like he sees em' kept. it very real. A real OG. Much respect to Mr. October. As usual, he delivered.

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

💯💯 Indeed

[@halwilliams7734]

He always did

[@qthebars]

This did my soul WONDERS!!! So thankful for our ancestors and everything they’ve endured. Much love and respect to this King.🗣️🙏🏿👑

[@marcosmercedesn]

Good and heartfelt history lesson from Reggie, much respect.

[@kelvinwilliams9317]

Nettles, Dent, Randolph, Rivers I think all those guys are still here!

[@jimnfl7134]

@@kelvinwilliams9317 don't know all of them sorry.

[@mattdon2164]

@@jimnfl7134Chris Chambliss, Sparky Lyle, Fred Stanley all still very much alive as well

[@TonyTmoney]

I hope & pray those words spoken were so deep that all who heard it stick to you and sink into our DNA and be passed on to future generations of what will never be forgotten so that NEVER WILL BE REPEATED... LOVE YA REG

[@michaelmccurry6279]

It’s amazing seeing this. Mr. Jackson used to be quite gregarious and a lightning rod, but now he is a man who has experienced so much and done so much and is now the wise Hall of Famer that all the players should listen to now.

[@octobersun221]

So sad that he and so many others had to go through that.

[@K-xb2qz]

Man that was tough. Thanks for keeping it 💯 Reggie. Got me a little emotional. Respect 💯

[@jonathanbeyer7852]

Reggie! Reggie! Reggie!

[@gargantuaism]

He's brought a box of REGGIE BARS!!!!!

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

And your MOM bought them all Hillbilly

[@williestyle35]

Have not seen those in years! very cool Reggie Jackson was among the very first legendary players I ever saw - class and hard work personified. r. i. p. Mr Willie Mays may his memory be a blessing

[@jonboxleitner7354]

Don't think I didn't notice that 🤩

[@Elfrontu_1972]

What a class act Reggie Jackson is. 🙌🏾🖖🏾🙏🏾🦾

[@danmann7602]

He never had class, I followed him from his start, HIs own teammates hated him, including Ricky Henderson and Craig Nettles, among others.

[@StanleyNewman-bk9bh]

💯💯

[@HuzzahDaddy]

Reggie tells the truth. So sad for everyone that had to go through this. Unfortunately It's a slow path to getting this problem fixed, but we'll get there

[@user-kq6do5cb6f]

Willie Mays was the greatest all around baseball players ever .

[@dansmith1911]

I have a lot of respect for Reggie Jackson 💯

[@doublem1975x]

Love that Reggie didn’t mince words. His documentary on Amazon prime is great too btw.

[@tyoungjjr]

Celebrating Reggie Jackson who embraced speaking his truth!!!

[@arielsalom9740]

Im glad reggie said it. That’s American history.

[@OathfLouve]

Indeed.

[@scigama71]

Loved watching Reggie back when I was 7 years old. A true hero. God bless you sir.

[@Kingray2332]

Well said….Brought me to tears just thinking about the harsh trials he had to endure.

[@MikeCee7]

For those who didn’t start watching the pregame when it started 5:30pm, Fox did NOT bleep out the 2 times Reggie said the Nwrd. 5:39 It went live on TV. (I’m sure they had a delay but I’m sure they must’ve just let it go through, considering who was saying it)

[@jb__iii]

Good. Oftentimes we try to hide the truth of how those young black baseball players were treated. If people got offended by hearing it, well imagine living through Reggie’s shoes! I appreciate Reggie’s raw story telling. (Not throwing shade on your comment)

[@donmundt2562]

Loved watching Reggie!!