Henry Louis Aaron
Born: February 5, 1934, Mobile, AL
Bats: R Throws: R
Played for: Milwaukee Braves (1954-1965), Atlanta Braves (1966-1976), Milwaukee Brewers (1975-1976)
Elected to Hall of Fame by Baseball Writers: 1982
Biography
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, with 3,771 hits. In addition to his 755 home runs, he also holds major league records for total bases, extra-base hits and RBI. Aaron was 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.
Quotes
“Trying to throw a fastball by Henry Aaron is like trying to sneak a sunrise past a rooster.”
—Curt Simmons
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