Overview

• Following the sixth inning, lights dimmed and projection mapping displayed the April 8, 1974 scene across Truist Park’s infield and video board
• A fireball effect launched from home plate to symbolize the homer that pushed Aaron past Babe Ruth’s 714 career homers
• National League players warmed up in batting practice jerseys displaying Aaron’s No. 44 before the exhibition resumed
• Billye Aaron stood and waved as cheers rose from the sellout crowd of 41,702
• The on-field tribute continues multi-year commemorations that have included a Hall of Fame statue, USPS stamp and a Tuskegee University scholarship endowment