1953 - Boston Braves owner Lou Perini proposes a ban on the move of any major league franchise to that of a minor league city until October 1. Two days later, he will announce that the Braves are moving to Milwaukee.
1972 - Hank Aaron signs a record breaking contract with the Atlanta Braves that will pay him $200,000 annually over three years. 1888 - Cincinnati Red Stockings catcher Kid Baldwin slugs the umpire during a spring training game in New Orleans during an argument and narrowly escapes arrest.
Ronald Acuña Jr. is coming off a historic season, setting career highs across the board and becoming the first player ever to hit 40+ homers with 70+ steals.
Shohei Ohtani won the 2023 Hank Aaron Award in the American League to cap off his final season with the Los Angeles Angels with another bit of hardware.
On Dеcеmbеr 17th, 2023, thе All-MLB Tеam Show in Las Vеgas was gracеd by a striking figurе on thе black carpеt. Thе figurе, donnеd in a custom-madе rеd satin suit, was nonе othеr than thе talеntеd basеball playеr, Ronald Acuña Jr., who wеars jеrsеy numbеr 13.
Plans to put Powerhouse Hobbs and Don Callis together in All Elite Wrestling have been in the works for quite some time. All Elite Wrestling‘s Powerhouse Hobbs was a recent guest on In The Kliq.
Los Angeles Dodgers All-Stars Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman were named among the National League finalists for the 2023 Hank Aaron Award, which is presented annually to the top offensive player in each league.
Three Texas Rangers players are among the American League finalists for the Hank Aaron Award, given in each league to the best overall offensive player in each league.
Two Houston Astros sluggers are among the American League finalists for the Hank Aaron Award, given in each league to the best overall offensive player in each league.
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is among the American League finalists for the Hank Aaron Award, given in each league to the best overall offensive player in each league.
Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter/first baseman Bryce Harper is among the National League finalists for the Hank Aaron Award, given in each league to the best overall offensive player in each league.
Arizona Diamondbacks rookie sensation Corbin Carroll has been named a finalist for the Hank Aaron Award, celebrating the best offensive performer in the National League and the American League.
Three Texas Rangers were among 18 players named Friday as Hank Aaron Award finalists. The honor recognizes the most outstanding regular season offensive performer from each league.
Los Angeles Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani has been named a finalist for the 2023 Hank Aaron Award in the American League. The Hank Aaron Award is given to the best overall offensive player in each league, and Ohtani is one of nine finalists in the AL.
Experience history in motion with the Atlanta Braves legend, Hank Aaron, in our exclusive "700 Home Run Club" Bobblehead from FOCO. This special edition collectible pays homage to one of baseball's most iconic figures and his remarkable achievement.
As a Hank Aaron home run flew over the fence at Three Rivers Stadium in 1972, the realization of his ascent toward history became apparent. With the rate
Almost 50 years later, Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker reminisced on Hank Aaron's historic 715th long ball.
2022 was a season of a lifetime for both the Philadelphia Phillies and Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge. The Phillies went on a miracle run to the World Series, and the team has recaptured the hearts of Philadelphia.
The finalists for the 2022 Hank Aaron Award were announced with eight nominees from each league up for the prestigious honor handed out to the most outstanding regular-season offensive performances.
Major League Baseball announced the finalists for the Hank Aaron Award on Monday, awarded annually since 1999 to the most outstanding offensive player in each league.
The Houston Astros are on their way to the American League Championship Series in large part due to their well constructed lineup (and rotation). Two of
Pujols becomes just the fourth player in baseball history to hit 700 home runs.
JACKSON, Miss. - Today, Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC) Commissioner Dr. Kiki Baker Barnes announced that baseball is returning to the league as a sponsored sport, and along with that news was revealing that the Hank Aaron Sports Academy (HASA) will serve as the host site for the 2023 Hope Credit Union (HOPE) GCAC Baseball Championship.
With the game tied, 0-0, and a runner on second, Pujols came off the bench as a pinch hitter and smashed a two-run homer.
Only Hank Aaron (6,856) has more total bases than Pujols' 6,141.
The Atlanta Braves on Saturday received their rings for winning the World Series last year, and their new jewelry is something special.
Vin Scully might be retired, but he is still offering some fascinating musings about the sport of baseball.
The Braves lost some incredible men over the past year. Don Sutton, Phil Niekro, and Hank Aaron all passed away, absolutely devastating Braves Country.
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