Major League Legends

Follow the career of Hank Aaron, Major League Baseball’s home-run king, who surpassed Babe Ruth’s seemingly unbeatable record. See how Hammerin’ Hank rose from childhood poverty in Alabama to national prominence and became a civil rights icon.

Better known by his nicknames, like the Sultan of Swat and Babe, George Herman Ruth set records and packed stadiums. Discover his rags-to-riches story and listen to tales of his transformation from reformatory student to mythical mega-celebrity.

Examine the mythic life of Lou Gehrig, whose streak of 2,130 games earned him the moniker the Iron Horse. Watch Lou slug his way to the top of his game, and hear how he never flinched in the face of a career-shortening disease.

Gifted with staggering talent and obsessive focus, Ted Williams became the Red Sox’s ultimate weapon. Listen in on rare interviews and see footage of the life of the Immortal, also known as the Splendid Splinter for his bat-breaking homers.