Hank Aaron’s death prompts call to change name: Braves to Hammers

NL’s oldest team began using Braves name over a century ago
Braves have steadfastly resisted calls to change their nickname
Hank Aaron, baseball’s longtime home run leader, dies aged 86

As his adopted hometown mourned Hank Aaron’s death, some fans called on the Atlanta Braves to change their name to the Hammers in his honor.

‘Hammerin’ Hank’ died Friday at age 86, drawing praise from all segments of society – including the current and former – for his Hall of Fame career and providing inspiration to Black Americans by overcoming intense racism in his pursuit of baseball’s home run record.