Rangers Rangers Pitcher Taylor Hern Is Pushing for Diversity in MLB, Inspired by Rodeo Legend Grandfather

Rangers pitcher Taylor Hearn comes from cowboy royalty. In 1970 his grandfather, Cleo Hearn, became the first Black cowboy to win a calf-roping event at a major rodeo. Inspired by his grandfather's legacy, Taylor is bringing the sport of baseball to the next generation of Black pitchers.

Rangers pitcher Taylor Hearn comes from cowboy royalty. In 1970 his grandfather, Cleo Hearn, became the first Black cowboy to win a calf-roping event at a major rodeo. Inspired by his grandfather's legacy, Taylor is bringing the sport of baseball to the next generation of Black pitchers.