Following a decision loss to Paulino Uzcudun in Reno in 1931, Baer would reel off 14 wins in a row including a knockout of former champion Max Schmeling and a toppling of Carnera for the crown.

Baer went on to post a signature 10th round knockout over fellow Hall of Famer Max Schmeling in 1933.

Along came Max Baer, a clownish and well-liked boxer who had a right hand with the power of a sledgehammer. Baer became the logical contender after a stirring knockout of Schmeling.

Baer’s judiciary contributions were recalled by a slate of friends and colleagues, but more palpable was the weight of the loss on his family, including his two adult sons, five grandchildren ...