Atlanta Braves, MLB mourn 39th POTUS Jimmy Carter's death at age 100

Former United States President Jimmy Carter died on Sunday at the age of 100. He was the 39th president, serving from 1977 to 1981 and was also the longest-living president in U.S. history.

Carter was a baseball fan, particularly of the Atlanta Braves. The Braves expressed their condolences following his demise with a statement on X:

"The Atlanta Braves are deeply saddened by the passing of President Jimmy Carter. President Carter was a testament to the best America, and Georgia, can produce. He served both his country and home state with honor his entire life."

"While the world knew him as a remarkable humanitarian and peacemaker, we knew him as a dedicated Braves fan and we will miss having him in the stands cheering on his Braves. Our deepest condolences to his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren."

Jimmy Carter was often seen attending the Atlanta Braves' games and cheering them. Born in Plains, Georgia in October 1924, he remained a follower of the team throughout his life.

Major League Baseball also released a statement highlighting his connection to the sport:

“We join the nation in mourning the passing of Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of The United States. A Georgia native, President Carter was an ardent supporter of the Atlanta Braves. As Governor of Georgia, he was in attendance when Hank Aaron broke Babe Ruth’s home run record at Atlanta’s Fulton County Stadium on April 8, 1974."

“Over the years, President and Mrs. Carter would often be seen cheering on the Braves in many Postseason contests. We extend our deepest condolences to the Carter family.”

After his presidency, Carter along with his wife Rosalynn, started The Carter Center, an organization that promotes peace and public health worldwide.

Jimmy Carter was present at monumental moments in the Atlanta Braves' history

Jimmy Carter was present for some of the Braves' most memorable moments in MLB. He witnessed Hank Aaron hit his 715th career home run in 1974, breaking Babe Ruth’s record for the most career home runs.

After Aaron’s passing in 2021, Jimmy Carter reflected on the Hall of Famer, stating (via cartercenter.org):

“One of the greatest baseball players of all time, he has been a personal hero to us. A breaker of records and racial barriers, his remarkable legacy will continue to inspire countless athletes and admirers for generations to come.”

Carter threw the first pitch for Game 6 of the 1995 World Series. The Braves went on to win the game 1-0, marking their first World Series victory since relocating to Atlanta.