To get the Presidential Medal of Freedom you have to be more than just a great baseball player. You have to be an ambassador of good will, and a cultural icon. Take a look at the list of previous baseball players who have been honored: Hank Aaron (2002), Roberto Clemente (2003) Joe DiMaggio (1977), Stan Musial (2011), Buck O'Neil (2006), Frank Robinson (2005), Jackie Robinson (1984) and Ted Williams (1991).
That's a pretty special list.
Ernie is my childhood hero, so this is a special day for me too.
