On April 23, 1954, rookie outfielder Henry “Hank” Aaron hit his first Major League home run while playing for the Milwaukee Braves. The historic blast came off pitcher Vic Raschi of the St. Louis Cardinals, marking the beginning of one of baseball’s most legendary careers. Over the next two decades, Aaron would consistently display unmatched hitting power and grace under pressure. By the end of his 19th season, he had amassed 673 home runs, putting him just 41 shy of Babe Ruth’s long-standing record of 714. Aaron would eventually surpass Ruth, becoming the all-time home run king—a symbol of excellence and quiet resistance in the face of racism and doubt.
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