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This Day in Braves History: Hank Aaron passes Willie Mays on all-time home run list with his 649th homer

Braves Franchise History 1918 - Dick Rudolph tosses a one-hitter beating Rube Bressler and the Reds 3-0. Hal Chase recorded the lone hit. 1931 - Rabbit Maranville scores five runs as the Braves beat the Cardinals 13-4.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / June 8

MLB Makes Strong Aaron Judge Statement on Sunday

As the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox prepare for Sunday night’s series finale at Yankee Stadium, with first pitch set for 7:10 p.m. ET on ESPN, Major

MLB News / Total Apex Sports / May 17

Greatness On This Day In MLB History- May 17, 1970 and 1998

Two significant achievements took place on May 17 in Major League Baseball history. In 1970, Hank Aaron joined the 3,000 hit club during the second game of a doubleheader.

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Athletics News / Athlon Sports / May 12

Analyst Doesn't Hesitate to Make Bold Aaron Judge Statement Amid Historic Start

It has been a great start to the 2025 MLB season for the New York Yankees as they currently sit near the top of the American League standings. New York currently holds a 23-17 record which has them sitting at the top of the AL East standings, two games ahead of the Boston Red Sox.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / May 1

MLB Reveals Historic Projection for Yankees' Aaron Judge

Through his first nine full seasons at the MLB level, New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge has undoubtedly established himself as one of the game's best players, making six All-Star appearances and winning the AL MVP twice.

New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / April 28

Aaron Judge Sits Alongside Babe Ruth in New York Yankees History After Absurd 28-Game Stretch

The New York Yankees beat the Toronto Blue Jays 11-2 on Sunday afternoon at Yankee Stadium. With the win, the Yankees are 16-11 on the season. They are in first place in the American League East, while Toronto is in fourth at 13-14.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 23

Yankees’ Carlos Rodon’s honest revelation on what surprises him about Aaron Judge

New York Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodon has strongly praised Aaron Judge. During the 2024 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Rodon said, “He’s the best hitter in the game.” On Thursday, Rodon once again expressed his admiration for Judge when asked what surprises him, per Erik Boland of Newsday Sports.

New York Yankees News / Total Apex Sports / April 14

Aaron Judge To Captain Team USA In 2026 World Baseball Classic

In nearly a year, the 2026 World Baseball Classic will take place. Aaron Judge will be the captain for Team USA. It will pit the top national teams in the world against each other for the chance to be named the outright world champions of baseball.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / April 14

MLB Makes Major Aaron Judge Announcement Before Royals Game

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is one of the more feared hitters in Major League Baseball. A six-time All-Star, four-time Silver Slugger, two-time AL MVP, and two-time Hank Aaron Award winner, Judge has hit 202 home runs and 488 RBIs since 2021 — tops in both categories.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 4

Yankees Superstar Aaron Judge Draws Intriguing Comparison To Cardinals Legend

A retired St. Louis Cardinals legend was recently compared to New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge as he torches big-league pitchers with his red-hot bat in 2025.

New York Yankees News / Just Baseball / April 3

Was 2024 Aaron Judge’s Best Chance To Win a World Series?

Even before his stunning start to the 2025 season — including four home runs, 11 RBI, and an OPS of 1.560 in just five games — there was no denying that Aaron Judge is a generational talent.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / March 27

Yankees' Aaron Judge Quietly Reached Spring Goal

The New York Yankees kick off their 2025 MLB regular season against the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday. While they are dealing with serious injury trouble,

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / March 24

The Athletic Offers Surprising Aaron Judge Prediction

New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge is coming off an incredible 2024 season. In 158 games, the 32-year-old outfielder had 58 home runs, 144 RBIs, 180 hits, a .322 batting average, and a .701 slugging percentage.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / November 8

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.

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Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / October 10

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.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Empire Sports Media / October 8

Dodgers’ former MVPs both named finalists for 2024 Hank Aaron award

The Los Angeles Dodgers have two superstar players who were named as finalists to take home the 2024 Hank Aaron Award for this season. Dodgers two-time MVP Shohei Ohtani and former 2020 NL MVP Freddie Freeman were placed on the shortlist of players who will be in line to add the prestigious honor to their collection of hardware.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / October 7

Blue Jays – Vladimir Guerrero Jr. named a finalist for the Hank Aaron Award

Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was one of the top offensive weapons on the team and the first baseman has an opportunity to add some more hardware to his trophy case after an impressive 2024 campaign.

Kansas City Royals News / Fastball on SI / October 7

Kansas City Royals Star Up For Hank Aaron Award Because of Great Season

Kansas City Royals leader Bobby Witt Jr. was named a finalist for the prestigious Hank Aaron Award on Monday afternoon. The award has been around since 1999 and is described as: The Hank Aaron Award is awarded annually to the best overall offensive performer in each league.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / October 7

Hank Aaron Award 2024 Nominees Revealed

The 2024 Hank Aaron Award nominees have been officially announced. The award recognizes the most outstanding offensive performers in Major League Baseball this season.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / August 19

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).

Jerry Rice's son drafted by AFC West team in seventh round

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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