Quote by Curt Simmons

Trying to get a fast ball past Hank Aaron is like trying to get the sun past a rooster.

Trying to get a fast ball past Hank Aaron is like trying to

Summary

This quote is a metaphor illustrating the extraordinary skill and ability of Hank Aaron, a renowned baseball player. It suggests that Hank Aaron's performance and expertise in hitting a fast ball are so exceptional that it is nearly impossible for a pitcher to outmatch him. The comparison of trying to get the sun past a rooster emphasizes the seemingly insurmountable nature of the task. Overall, the quote highlights Aaron's unmatched talent and implies that opposing pitchers face an extremely daunting challenge when trying to prevent him from hitting a fast ball.

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