Remembering Ernie Banks

WASHINGTON -- Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) honored the life and legacy of Ernie Banks, "Mr. Cub."

Below is a video and transcript of the speech.

Thank you, Madam Speaker.

Madam Speaker, the Chicago Cubs baseball and all sports has lost a legend.

Ernie Banks, Mr. Cub, passed away last Friday.

From humble beginnings, Ernie won two MVPs as a power hitting short stop, became an All-Star and a hall of famer.

Perhaps more importantly, he overcame the racism he faced to become an amazing ambassador for the Cubs, his beloved Wrigley Field, and the game itself.

You could not have met a more decent, kinder, happier soul of any field of endeavor.

It was for these rolls he was honored with the presidential Medal of Freedom.

Ernie, thanks for reminding us that baseball is a game, that should be watched and played for fun.

Indeed, let's play too. You will be missed. Thank you.