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Aaron Judge will be 34 for the 2026 season, and while he has made history for his excellence with the New York Yankees time and time again, he may be joining an unfortunate list of greats by the time he retires.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / November 14

Shohei Ohtani Wins 2025 NL Hank Aaron Award

On the same day he was named the unanimous winner of the 2025 National League Award and also received the Edgar Martinez Outstanding Designated Hitter Award, Shohei Ohtani was additionally announced as the recipient of the Hank Aaron Award in the NL.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / November 14

Yankees' Aaron Judge Shouldn't Have Had MVP Competition

While many fans and analysts would like to say they knew for certain that New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge was going to win the 2025 AL MVP award, nothing is guaranteed.

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodgers Insider / November 14

Ohtani three-peats as Hank Aaron Award winner

After adding pitching to his resume in 2025, designated hitter Shohei Ohtani remained at the top of his game in the batter’s box. Ohtani on Thursday won his third consecutive Hank Aaron Award, which since 1999 has honored the top hitter in each league.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / November 13

Yankees' Aaron Judge Wins 2025 Hank Aaron Award

New York Yankees slugger and captain Aaron Judge is able to add yet another to the long list of accolades beside his name. The 10-year Yankee and seven-time All Star has been named the recipient of the 2025 American League Hank Aaron Award.

New York Yankees News / LWOSports.com / October 14

New York Yankees Captain Aaron Judge Needs a World Series Ring

The one glaring thing missing from New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge’s Hall of Fame resume is a World Series ring. Judge, as all baseball fans know,

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / October 9

Blue Jays: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and George Springer named as nominees for the Hank Aaron Award

The Toronto Blue Jays have two nominees for the 2025 Hank Aaron Award. Recently, the 20 nominees for the Hank Aaron Award were announced, with George Springer and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Toronto Blue Jays News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 8

Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. joins Hank Aaron in postseason history with 1st-inning homer

The Toronto Blue Jays may have dropped Game 3 of the 2025 ALDS to the New York Yankees Tuesday night, but Vladimir Guerrero Jr. delivered another legendary moment that cemented his place in MLB postseason history.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Toronto Blue Jays on SI / October 7

Two Blue Jays Stars Named Finalists for MLB's Hank Aaron Award

The Hank Aaron award is given to the best overall offensive player in the American and National Leagues. This started back in 1999 on the 25th anniversary of Hank Aaron breaking Babe Ruth's home run record.

Detroit Tigers News / Detroit Tigers on SI / October 7

Riley Greene Represents Tigers as Finalist for Hank Aaron Award

The Hank Aaron Award was established back in 1999 in honor of the 25 year anniversary of Aaron breaking Babe Ruth's home run record. One play from both the National and American League are selected for their all-around offensive impact on their team.

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Arizona Diamondbacks News / Burn City Sports / October 7

Diamondbacks’ Hank Aaron Award nominations signal bright future

PHOENIX — Arizona Diamondbacks’ Corbin Carroll and Geraldo Perdomo have been nominated for this year’s Hank Aaron Award, a recognition that highlights not only their individual success but also the emerging identity of the team.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 6

3 Cubs Stars Who Should Have Been Shortlisted For The Hank Aaron Award Instead Of Kyle Tucker

The Hank Aaron Award finalists have been announced. The award was established back in 1999 to recognize the top overall offensive performers in their respected leagues.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / October 6

Yankees Make Aaron Judge Announcement After Second Loss to Blue Jays

The New York Yankees are on the brink of elimination after dropping the first two games of the ALDS against the Toronto Blue Jays, with the pitching staff allowing 23 runs.

Athletics News / Dodger Blue / October 6

Shohei Ohtani Named Finalist For 2025 Hank Aaron Award

Shohei Ohtani is once again a finalist for the 2025 Hank Aaron Award, Major League Baseball’s annual honor that recognizes the most outstanding regular season offensive performer in each League.

Atlanta Braves News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16

John Smoltz reacts to All-Star Game’s 2.5-minute Hank Aaron tribute

The MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta was, in part, a celebration of the heroes of the past. Among those celebrated was Atlanta Braves legend and one-time home run king Hank Aaron.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 16

MLB All-Star Game Tribute to Hank Aaron Moves Entire Baseball World To Tears

The 2025 MLB All-Star Game brought plenty of memorable and exciting moments, from Kane Brown's pregame performance, the Zac Brown Band's national anthem rendition to the historic first successful use of the automated ball-strike (ABS) challenge system.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 16

Wild 2025 MLB All-Star Game ends in a swing-off

Six takeaways from the 2025 MLB All-Star Game

On Tuesday, baseball’s brightest stars took the field at Truist Park in Atlanta for the 95th MLB All-Star Game. The best players from the American and National Leagues faced off in a showcase of the top talent in the majors.

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MLB News / Athlon Sports / February 6

Honoring Henry Aaron: The Henry Louis Aaron Fund Supports Youth Baseball & Diversity in Baseball’s Front Offices

The passing of Henry Louis Aaron in January 2021 left a void in the world of baseball, but his legacy continues to inspire future generations of players and fans alike.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 8, 2024

Ex-Employee Fires Back at Braves With Counterclaim in Hank Aaron Memorabilia Case

The Atlanta Braves celebrated the 50th anniversary of Hank Aaron's 715th home run this year. But more recently, that moment has become a point of contention for the organization.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 10, 2024

Atlanta Braves Sue Former Employees in Hank Aaron Memorabilia Case

The Hank Aaron memorabilia auction saga has its latest update. The Atlanta Braves have filed a lawsuit against two of their former employees, a father and son, accusing them of unlawful possession of the memorabilia.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 19, 2024

Buyer Beware: Atlanta Braves Attempting to Halt Hank Aaron Memorabilia Auction

The Atlanta Braves sent a cease and desist letter to an auction house on Friday in order to halt an auction for Hank Aaron Memorabilia. According to the

MLB News / Atlanta Braves on SI / May 29, 2024

Here’s Why Hank Aaron’s Stats Won’t Change with MLB’s Addition of the Negro Leagues To The Record Books

The Atlanta Braves franchise is represented among baseball by one of the all-time greatest players to ever do it, Hank Aaron. Long considered baseball’s home run king, “Hammerin’ Hank” passed the longtime career homer record of 714 owned by New York Yankees great Babe Ruth in 1974, finishing his career with 755 career homers.

Troy Trojans News / Yardbarker / April 27, 2024

Hank Aaron's great nephew drafted by Los Angeles Chargers

He ranked No. 2 in the FBS with 1,661 rushing yards, No. 2 in yards after contact (1056), No. 3 in rushes for a first down (82), No. 2 in missed tackles forced (94) and No. 1 in runs of 10+ yards (47).

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Atlanta Braves News / FirstSportz / April 9, 2024

Watch: Hank Aaron’s great-grandson King throws ceremonial first pitch on 50th anniversary of his 715th home run

When it comes to first ceremonial pitches, it does not get much more emotional then this. On the 50th anniversary of his 715th home run, Hank Aaron‘s great-grandson King Aaron threw out the first pitch during the divisional matchup between the New York Mets and Atlanta Braves.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 8, 2024

50 years after historic homer, Henry Aaron to get HOF statue

The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum will memorialize Henry Aaron with a statue in Cooperstown, N.Y., making the announcement on the 50th anniversary of his historic home run No.

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / February 5, 2024

Comparing the early careers of Ronald Acuña Jr. and Hank Aaron

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.