Overview

• After the sixth inning, Truist Park’s lights dimmed as projection mapping transported the infield back to April 8, 1974 while fans illuminated the field with cell phone lights.
• A pyrotechnic fireball launched from home plate to represent the homer that propelled Aaron past Babe Ruth’s then-record of 714 career home runs.
• Stadium speakers played historic calls from Milo Hamilton and Vin Scully as animated footprints traced Aaron’s swing and trot around the bases.
• National League players warmed up in batting practice jerseys displaying Aaron’s No. 44 in a show of solidarity.
• Aaron’s widow, Billye Aaron, stood and waved before a sellout crowd of 41,702 as cheers erupted across Truist Park.