Henry Louis Aaron
Hammerin Hank, The Hammer
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ML Debut: 4/13/1954
Primary Position: Right Fielder
Bats: R Throws: R Primary Uniform ..: 44 Hank Aaron's Career Batting Record Exhibiting an understated style that became his trademark, Hank Aaron became the all-time home run champion via one of the most consistent offensive careers in baseball history. In addition to his 755 home runs, he also holds the major league record for total bases, extra-base hits and RBI. Aaron was named the 1957 National League MVP, won three Gold Gloves for his play in right field and was named to a record 24 All-Star squads. Played For: Indianapolis Clowns (1952), Milwaukee Braves (1954-1965), Atlanta Braves (1966-1974), Milwaukee Brewers (1975-1976) Primary Team: Milwaukee Braves Post-Season: 1957 World Series, 1958 World Series, 1969 NLCS Awards: All-Star (25): 1955-1975; National League Most Valuable Player 1957; Gold Glove (3): 1958-1960 Did You Know... Did you know that Hank Aaron, a former member of the Negro American League's Indianapolis Clowns, was the last Negro league player to also play in the major leagues? Quote "Trying to throw a fastball by Henry Aaron is like trying to sneak a sunrise past a rooster."
— Curt Simmons