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People I look to: again, Hank Aaron, man you challenged the status quo and the records of the game. Monumental feats in
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"People I look to: again, Hank Aaron, man you challenged the status quo and the records of the game. Monumental feats in an era where people didn't like that"

- Dave Winfield

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This quote by Dave Winfield is a tribute to the legendary baseball gamer Hank Aaron. Winfield is praising Aaron for his nerve to challenge the status quo and the records of the game throughout a time when people were not helpful of his efforts. Aaron was a leader in the sport of baseball, exceeding and pushing limits in a time when racism and discrimination were rampant. His achievements were huge and he was a real inspiration to lots of. Winfield is acknowledging Aaron's nerve and determination to succeed regardless of the odds and the absence of support from his peers. Aaron's tradition will reside on permanently and his guts and decision will continue to motivate generations to come.

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Dave Winfield This quote is written / told by Dave Winfield somewhere between October 3, 1951 and today. He was a famous Athlete from USA. The author also have 22 other quotes.

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