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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Hank_AaronHank Aaron - Wikipedia

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   Henry “Hank” Louis Aaron (February 5, 1934 – January 22, 2021), nicknamed " Hammer " or " Hammerin' Hank ", was an American professional baseball right fielder and designated hitter who played 23 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB), from 1954 through 1976. Considered one of the greatest baseball players in history, he spent 21 seasons ...

   • Batting average: .305
   • Home runs: 755

   • Hits: 3,771
   • Runs batted in: 2,297

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     Hammerin' Hank's great-nephew taken in NFL Draft

     The great Hank Aaron passed away in 2021, but his legacy in the sports world persists -- even on the football field. Aaron’s great-nephew, Kimani Vidal, was selected in the sixth round (No. 181 overall pick) of the 2024 NFL Draft by the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday.

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     This Date in Baseball - Hank Aaron connected off Gaylord Perry for his 600th career home run

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     Hank Aaron's Great-Nephew Kimani Vidal Selected by Chargers in 2024 NFL Draft

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     Hank Aaron's great nephew drafted by Los Angeles Chargers

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     Chargers draft Kimani Vidal, great nephew of MLB Hall of Famer Hank Aaron

     And it turns out he comes from a famously athletic family as he is the great nephew to none other than Major League Baseball's long-time home run king Hank Aaron. This past season at Troy, Vidal rushed for over 1,600 yards and 14 touchdowns. Throughout his ...

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3. www.baseball-reference.com › players › aHenry Aaron - Baseball-Reference.com

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   Henry Aaron. Name Note: commonly referred to as Hank Aaron. Positions: Rightfielder and First Baseman. Bats: Right • Throws: Right. 6-0 , 180lb (183cm, 81kg) : Inducted as Player in 1982. (Voted by BBWAA on 406/415 ballots) View at the Baseball Hall of Fame (plaque, photos, videos).

   • Birth Date: February 5, 1934

4. www.biography.com › athletes › hank-aaronHank Aaron - Death, Stats & Facts - Biography

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   Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about the life and career of Hank Aaron, the legendary baseball player who broke Babe Ruth's home run record and became a Hall of Fame inductee. Find out how he overcame racism, racism and financial challenges to become one of the greatest hitters in history.

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     Hank Aaron hits career HR number 600 | April 27, 1971 vs. Giants

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     Hank Aaron's Legendary Playoff Performances - Was He the Greatest Player of All Time?

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6. www.nytimes.com › baseball › hank-aaron-deadHank Aaron, Home Run King Who Defied Racism, Dies at 86

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   Jan 22, 2021 · Hank Aaron, who faced down racism as he eclipsed Babe Ruth as baseball’s home run king, hitting 755 homers and holding the most celebrated record in sports for more than 30 years, has died. He...

7. www.mlb.com › news › hank-aaron-baseball-legend-diesHank Aaron baseball legend dies - MLB.com

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   Jan 22, 2021 · The Hall of Famer passed Babe Ruth's home run record in 1974 amid death threats and racism. He was a lifelong advocate for social justice and received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2002.

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9. www.britannica.com › biography › Hank-AaronHank Aaron | Biography, Home Run Record, & Facts | Britannica

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   Apr 9, 2024 · Hank Aaron. Category: Arts & Culture. Byname of: Henry Louis Aaron. Born: February 5, 1934, Mobile, Alabama, U.S. Died: January 22, 2021, Atlanta, Georgia (aged 86) Awards And Honors: Presidential Medal of Freedom (2002) Baseball Hall of Fame (1982) Most Valuable Player (1957) Baseball Hall of Fame (inducted 1982) Beacon Award (2009)

10. apnews.com › article › hank-aaron-dead-0fa32aff826dHank Aaron, baseball’s one-time home run king, dies at 86

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    Jan 22, 2021 · Hank Aaron, who endured racist threats with stoic dignity during his pursuit of Babe Ruth’s home run record and gracefully left his mark as one of baseball’s greatest all-around players, died Friday. He was 86. The Atlanta Braves, Aaron’s longtime team, said he died peacefully in his sleep. No cause was given.

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    Did Hank Aaron fight racism?

    • "Baseball's home run king Hank Aaron fought racism on and off the field". National Catholic Reporter. ^ Baldwin, Stanley C. (1974). Bad Henry. Chilton Book Co. ISBN 0-8019-5960-8. OCLC 858863. ^ Aaron and Wheeler, p. 161. ^ Pokorny, Chris (May 27, 2017). "Hank Aaron explains how he is a fan of the Browns". Dawgs By Nature.

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    Who is Hank Aaron?

    • Name Note: commonly referred to as Hank Aaron Positions: Rightfielder and First Baseman Bats: Right • Throws: Right 6-0 , 180lb (183cm, 81kg) : Inducted as Player in 1982. (Voted by BBWAA on 406/415 ballots) View at the Baseball Hall of Fame (plaque, photos, videos). Become a Stathead & surf this site ad-free.

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    When did Hank Aaron become a Hall of Famer?

    • Aaron was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility in 1982 and Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame in 1988. In 1999, MLB introduced the Hank Aaron Award to recognize the top offensive players in each league. That same year, he was one of 30 baseball players elected to the Major League Baseball All-Century Team.

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    Did Hank Aaron have a home run record?

    • He held the most celebrated record in sports for more than 30 years. Hank Aaron was among the greatest all-around players in baseball history, earning his home run record in the face of hate mail and even death threats. Mark Rucker/Transcendental Graphics, via Getty Images

    Hank Aaron, Home Run King Who Defied Racism, Dies at 86

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