1967 - Hank Aaron hits home run No. 450 against the Pirates. Roberto Clemente also homered in the game and the Braves fell to the Pirates 5-2. 1988 - Cardinals infielder Jose Oquendo becomes the first non-pitcher in 20 seasons to earn a decision when he allows a two-run double to Ken Griffey in the 19th inning of a 7-5 Braves win.
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).
1944 - Jim Tobin pitches a one-hit shutout as the Boston Braves defeat the Phillies 6-0 in their home opener. 1946 - The Boston Braves are no-hit by Ed Head in a 5-0 loss to the Dodgers at Ebbets Field.
1933 - The Boston Braves fall to the New York Giants 1-0 at the Polo Grounds as umpire Charlie Pfirman officiated his 1,700th consecutive National League game.
1947 - Jackie Robinson makes his major league debut for the Brooklyn Dodgers against the Boston Braves. Robinson goes hitless, but scores the deciding run in a 5-3 win at Ebbets Field.
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.
On April 8, 1974, Hank Aaron hit his 715th home run, pushing him past Babe Ruth. The Sporting News was there to cover the moment, just as it was to cover Babe's 712th, 713th and 714th on May 25, 1935.
The Sporting News was there April 8, 1974, when Hank Aaron hit his 715th home run, just as TSN was there when Babe Ruth his his 714th in 1935.
1974 - Hank Aaron ties Babe Ruth with 714 career home runs with a three-run shot off of Reds pitcher Jack Billingham. 1911 - Automobile maker Hugh Chalmers announces that he will award a new car to the player who is selected as MVP by the baseball writers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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