The latest in Hank Aaron

Dodgers' Kemp, Jays' Bautista win Aaron Award

2011-10-24T18:30:28Z

Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Matt Kemp, who led the National League with 39 homers this season, won the NL Hank Aaron Award which recognizes the top offensive players in Major L...

Hank Aaron

2010-11-30T13:33:07Z

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Eddie Mathews

2010-11-30T13:32:18Z

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Biography: Hank Aaron

2010-11-29T15:52:48Z

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Atlanta Braves all-time home run leaders

2010-11-29T15:52:49Z

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Barry Bonds Breaks HR Record

2010-11-30T13:25:32Z

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Votto and Bautista named winners of Hank Aaron Award

2010-10-31T19:30:09Z

ARLINGTON, Texas (Reuters) - Toronto Blue Jays slugger Jose Bautista and Joey Votto of the Umpire Satch Davidson, behind the plate for historic homers by Aaron and Fisk, dies at 75

Longtime National League umpire Satch Davidson has died at 75.

Davidson's family says he died Saturday at his home in Houston. The family did not give a cause of death.

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Brewers unveiling Selig statue on Aug. 24

2010-08-10T07:45:16Z

Brewers set to unveil Selig statue on Aug. 24 to join Aaron, Yount in Miller Park plaza

The Milwaukee Brewers plan to unveil a statue honoring baseball commissioner and former owner Bud Selig on Aug. 24.

Selig's likeness will join those of Hank...

Atlanta Braves Hall of Fame Members

2010-09-11T06:19:07Z

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1974 Baseball Season

2010-09-11T05:24:28Z

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1966 Baseball Season

2010-11-02T15:57:21Z

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1963 Baseball Season

2010-11-02T15:57:18Z

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1959 Baseball Season

2010-09-11T05:23:01Z

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1957 Baseball Season

2010-09-11T05:22:48Z

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At long last, a visit to Cooperstown

2010-11-02T13:27:57Z

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Braves to retire Tom Glavine's No. 47

2010-05-11T08:46:12Z

Braves to retire Tom Glavine's No. 47, induct left-hander into team's Hall of Fame

Tom Glavine is joining Hank Aaron, Warren Spahn, former teammate Greg Maddux and three others as the seventh Brav...

Aaron's hometown gives Hall of Fame-style honor

2010-04-19T15:47:55Z

6 Hall of Famers, Selig attend dedication of Hank Aaron's boyhood home-turned-museum

Hank Aaron gathered with a handful of fellow Hall of Famers on his front porch and grabbed a seat next to commissioner Bud Selig.

It was anything but the typical homecoming. Aaron, the former homer king, received a Hall of Fame-style tribute when his boyhood home-turned-muse...

AP Interview: Aaron says batters home run-obsessed

2010-04-08T17:15:29Z

AP Interview: Hank Aaron says too many batters obsessed with homers

Hank Aaron watches games these days and is perplexed as batter after batter tries to jack pitches out of the ballpark, obsessed with the long ball that made Hammerin' Hank famous.

"I don't think they understand the role of what they need to be doing," Aaron said Thursday during a visit to Hall of Famer Hank Aaron says Braves rookie Jason Heyward can help fix 'what ails baseball'

Jason Heyward's debut has Hank Aaron convinced that the rookie can stir up more excitement about baseball in the black community.

The legendary Atlanta Braves slugger told Hank Aaron says more players should follow Mark McGwire's lead in admitting use of PEDs

Former career home run king Hank Aaron says Mark McGwire should have a clear conscience after his recent admission he used performance-enhancing drugs as a player.

Aaron said other players still harboring similar secrets also should come clean.

"I think baseba...

Major league manager Bobby Bragan dies at 92

2010-06-12T02:05:54Z

Bobby Bragan, who managed Aaron, Mathews and Spahn with Braves, dies at 92 in Fort Worth

Bobby Bragan, the longtime baseball man who managed Braves Hall of Famers Hank Aaron, Eddie Mathews and Warre...

Jeter, Pujols win MLB's Hank Aaron Award

2010-06-12T02:04:01Z

PHILADELPHIA (Reuters) - Derek Jeter of the New York Yankees and Albert Pujols of the St Louis Cardinals w...

Go With The No Gangster With A Heart Of Gold

2010-10-22T09:47:06Z

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2010-10-22T09:19:37Z

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AP Interview: Aaron says release 104 drug names

2010-04-16T10:59:19Z

AP Interview: Aaron says 104 names on performance-enhancing drug list should be released

Hank Aaron wants to shine some more light on baseball's steroid era. The former home run king favors releasing the full list of players who tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs in 2003.

In a wide-ranging interview Tuesday night with The Assoc...

Famous come to celebrate Aaron's 75th birthday

2010-04-16T17:15:40Z

Happy birthday, Hammerin' Hank! Famous gather to fete former home run king as he turns 75

Barry Bonds trudged back to court to again plead his innocence. Hank Aaron dined alongside a former president on his 75th birthday.

The contrast between the current and former home run kings couldn't have been more striking.

From Former slugger Hank Aaron's friends get together to throw 75th birthday party for the Hammer

Happy birthday, Hammer! Hank Aaron's family and friends are throwing him a 75th birthday party Thursday night at a downtown Atlanta hotel. Among those scheduled to attend are former President Bill Clinton, baseball commis...

Ramirez, Youkilis capture baseball's Hank Aaron offensive award

2010-04-16T12:42:43Z

Chicago Cubs infielder Aramis Ramirez and Boston Red Sox infielder Kevin Youkilis were named winners of the annual Hank Aaron Award by

Aaron enjoying life after Bonds' record chase

2010-04-16T13:22:32Z

Aaron enjoying retirement at 74 with no new questions about Bonds' record chase

Hank Aaron smiled Thursday as he described an ideal day in retirement.

No meetings.

No clock to punch.

No questions about Barry Bonds.

Aaron participated in a monthly Atlanta Braves luncheon on Thur...

Museum is plan for home run slugger's Ala. home

2010-04-16T16:44:23Z

Mobile home: Ballpark museum plans to move, renovate Hank Aaron's childhood home in Alabama

The childhood home of former baseball home run king Hank Aaron will be donated to the city where he grew up and will become a museum operated by the city's minor-league team.

The home is expected to be moved in October next to "The Hank," or Hank Aaron S...

Hank Aaron happy he avoided limelight

2010-09-10T07:24:37Z

Hank Aaron Happy He Avoided Limelight During Barry Bonds' Chase of Home Run Record

Hank Aaron is happy he stayed away from Barry Bonds' home run chase. Speaking before Game 4 of the World Series on Sunday night, the former home run king said he avoided ballparks last summer because he didn't want to deal with daily questions about Bonds.

"I was chasing t...

Aaron returns to Milwaukee for reunion

2010-09-09T17:48:37Z

At 50-Year Reunion of Milwaukee's World Series Victory, Hank Aaron Still the Home Run King

In Milwaukee, at least, Hank Aaron remains baseball's home run king. Aaron received that esteemed _ if now outdated _ introduction as he and several other members of the 1957 Milwaukee Braves came to...

Bonds hits 759th home run in Atlanta

2010-09-09T14:54:49Z

Barry Bonds Hits No. 759 Off Atlanta's Tim Hudson in the Sixth Inning at Turner Field

Barry Bonds added to his home run record not far from where Hank Aaron broke the previous mark, hitting No. 759 off Braves Offer Tribute to Bonds in Hammer's Town Before Pulling Out 5-4 Victory Over Giants

Bobby Cox set a dubious record. Barry Bonds was in Hank Aaron's home city for the first time since breaking the Hammer's record. And, oh yeah, the Atlanta Braves ...

Bonds' gear en route to Hall of Fame

2010-09-09T13:51:35Z

Barry Bonds' Batting Helmets, Hand Marked With #755 and #756 on Bills, En Route to Cooperstown

Barry Bonds' batting helmets, hand marked with #755 and #756 on the bills, arrived in New York on Thursday en route to Cooperstown.

The helmet Bonds wore when he hit the home run that tied

Barry Bonds Breaks Home Run Record

2010-10-15T09:50:12Z

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No homer for Bonds; Cards beat Padres

2010-09-09T13:09:16Z

Bonds Remains Tied With Aaron; Cardinals Tie Record in Big Inning.

Barry Bonds went 0-for-3 as he tried to break Hank Aaron's home run record. The St. Louis Cardinals, however, had a very successful night against David Wells and the

Fans, collectors, Bonds set for history

2010-09-09T13:07:19Z

Fans, Collectors and Barry Bonds Ready for History As Slugger Tries to Set Home Run Record

Barry Bonds cooperated with Cy Philbrick and Will McGuire. When the two Bonds fans set off from Connecticut on a cross-country journey, they hoped to time th...

Barry Bonds ties Aaron at 755 home runs

2010-09-09T12:55:20Z

Barry Bonds Hits 755th Career Homer, Tying Hank Aaron for Most Celebrated Record in Sports

Barry Bonds entered the record books with his 755th career home run, tying Hank Aaron for the most celebrated record in sports with a solo shot in the second inning against the San Diego Padres on Saturday n...

Bonds relishes moment of 755th home run

2010-09-09T12:50:25Z

Barry Bonds' 755th Shot to Tie Hank Aaron's All-Time Home Run Record Begins to Sink In

Barry Bonds isn't ready to call his next history-making shot.

A day before taking his quest for the record back home to San Francisco, Bonds sat back and took a deep breath to enjoy his 755th home ...

Bonds equals record

2010-10-15T10:25:32Z

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Selig to follow Bonds through weekend

2010-09-09T12:16:11Z

Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig to Follow Barry Bonds' Home Run Chase Through Weekend

Baseball commissioner Bud Selig will follow Barry Bonds' home run chase through the San Francisco Giants' weekend series in San Diego.

B...

Selig to follow Bonds through SD

2010-09-09T12:16:07Z

Selig to Follow Bonds' Home Run Chase Through Weekend

Baseball commissioner Bud Selig will follow Barry Bonds' home run chase through the San Francisco Giants' weekend series in San Diego.

Bonds entered Wednesday night's g...

Bonds, A-Rod and Glavine aim for history

2010-09-09T11:47:32Z

Big Day Brewing in Baseball: Bonds, A-Rod and Glavine Could Go for Milestones All at Once

Barry Bonds, Alex Rodriguez and Tom Glavine all could make history today _ and that would sure be a special night for their sport. On Tuesday, Bonds could try again to tie Bonds Hits 754th Home Run in 12-10 Win Over Florida to Pull Within 1 of Aaron's Career Record

Hammerin' Hank, he's right behind you now. Barry Bonds hit his 754th career home run Friday night, and needed just one more to tie Hank Aaron's record.

The Giants star sent a 2-1 pitch from rookie Rick ...

Bonds now 1 HR away from Aaron's record

2010-09-09T11:23:59Z

Bonds Hits 754th Homer in Win Over Marlins; D'Backs Close on Dodgers With Game-Winning Homer

Barry Bonds moved within one of the Hammer, drawing the attention from more late-inning heroics in Arizona.

Bonds hit his 754th home run, a solo shot over the wall in left-center in the first inning, to move within one of

At 754, Bonds on cusp of history

2010-09-09T11:23:25Z

Bonds Pulls Within 1 of Aaron's Record With 754th Homer

For months, Barry Bonds has deflected all the questions about his pursuit of Hank Aaron's home run record.

It was too premature. He still had a long way go to 755.

Now that he's only one swing from tying the Hammer, there's no dodging talk of the hallowed mark.

"It's sinking in now," Bon...

AP News Alert

2010-09-09T11:21:54Z

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) _ Barry Bonds has hit his 754th home run to pull within one of Hank Aaron's career record.

Barry Bonds has hit his 754th home run to pull within one of Hank Aaron's career record.

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Bonds sits and Giants beat Braves 2-1

2010-09-09T10:55:42Z

Barry Bonds Gets Night Off in Pursuit of Aaron's Homer Mark but Giants Still Beat Braves 2-1

Rich Aurilia hit a tiebreaking homer in the sixth inning, Noah Lowry held Atlanta scoreless after allowing a run in the first and the Bud Selig Arrives in San Francisco, and Says He'll Try and Be Present When Bonds Passes Aaron

Baseball commissioner Bud Selig was at home watching Barry Bonds and the Giants play when he decided he needed to be at the ballpark to see San Francisco slugger break Barry Bonds Sits While Barry Zito Has Another Unimpressive Start; Giants Fall to Brewers 7-5

As Barry Bonds took the day off, the San Francisco Giants' other Barry had a tough time in Milwaukee. Barry Bonds, 2 Homers Shy of Tying Hank Aaron, Held Out of Starting Lineup Against Brewers

Barry Bonds' pursuit of the home run record will resume back in San Francisco on Monday night.

Bonds has 753 home runs, two from tying Hank Aaron's record, and will have the chance to make hist...

Bonds remains at 753 as Giants cruise

2010-09-09T10:04:37Z

Bonds Remains at 753 Career Homers, 2 From Tying Aaron's Record, As Giants Beat Brewers 8-0

A 23-year-old rookie pitcher stole some attention from the slugger soon to be 43. That was probably just fine with Barry Bonds. Tim Lincecum pitched four-hit ball for eight innings, Pedro Feliz homered and drove ...

Bonds remains at 753; Cubs win again

2010-09-09T09:59:01Z

Bonds Finishes 0-for-4 With a Walk During Giants' 8-4 Victory Over Brewers; Cubs Win Again

One day after leaving Chicago, Barry Bonds came up empty. Meanwhile, the Cubs stayed home and kept right on winning.

With commissioner Bud Selig in attendance, Bonds went hitless in

Selig shows up to see Bonds' pursuit

2010-09-09T09:56:06Z

Commissioner Bud Selig Shows Up in Milwaukee to See Barry Bonds Pursue Hank Aaron's Homer Mark

Commissioner Bud Selig didn't even have to leave his own backyard to catch Barry Bonds' chase for the home run record. But he still won't commit to fol...

Bonds' best bet: Break record at home

2010-09-09T08:28:04Z

Barry Bonds' Record-Breaking 756th Homer Could Draw an Interesting Reaction on the Road

If Barry Bonds doesn't splash his 756th home run into the bay, the record-breaker could come in Hank Aaron's old hometown. Or at the home of the Giants' biggest rival. Or maybe a ballpark where fans usually throw back balls.

And that could be pretty awkward. Picture a...

Bonds not worried about summer agendas

2010-09-09T07:50:19Z

Barry Bonds, on Verge of Breaking Hank Aaron's Home Run Mark, Not Worried About Summer Agendas

Barry Bonds simply doesn't care: Bud Selig can be wherever he wants when Hank Aaron's home run record falls. The commissioner still hasn't said whether he plans to be in the ballpark when and if Bonds hits No. 756. Se...

Zito ends rough half with loss to Cards

2010-09-09T07:09:27Z

Barry Zito Ends Unremarkable 1st Half With His 4th Straight Loss As Cards Rout Giants 7-0

Barry Bonds' chase of Hank Aaron is now on a four-day hiatus. The All-Star break might be coming at a better time for San Francisco's other star Bar...

Bonds now 4 shy of Aaron's HR record

2010-09-09T06:30:25Z

Barry Bonds Now 4 Shy of Aaron's HR Record; Pete Mackanin Wins in Managerial Debut

Barry Bonds moved a step closer to catching Hank Aaron in the city where Hammerin' Hank tied Babe Ruth's previous home ...

Barry Bonds hits 751st career homer

2010-09-09T06:26:09Z

Barry Bonds Hits 751st Career Homer to Pull Him Within 4 of Hank Aaron's Record

Barry Bonds hit his 751st home run on the third pitch he saw Tuesday night, a two-run shot deep into the seats in right-center to pull him within four of Hank Aaron's record.

The San Francisco slugger ste...

Giants unconcerned with Selig's agenda

2010-09-09T06:26:07Z

Giants Unconcerned With Selig's Agenda for Bond's Home Run Chase

The San Francisco Giants aren't worried about whether commissioner Bud Selig shows up if Barry Bonds breaks the home run record.

"Does it matter to anybody here if he's there? Probably not. I don't think Barry cares," inf...

Announcer aims to avoid Bonds goof

2010-09-09T06:14:29Z

Giants Announcer Hopes to Avoid Repeat of Bonds Call Heard Nowhere in the World

Dave Flemming is best known for the call heard nowhere in the world.

On the air in the San Francisco Giants' radio booth when Barry Bonds hit his 715th career home run to pass Babe Ruth for second place all...

Aaron wants no part of the Bonds saga

2010-09-09T00:45:37Z

Hank Aaron on Barry Bonds: 'I Don't Even Know How to Spell His Name'

Hank Aaron wants no part of Barry Bonds. With Bonds closing in on the career home run record, Aaron attended a news conference Thursday at the spot where his 755th and final home run landed in 1976.

"I don't have any thoughts about Barry. I don't even know how to spell his name," Aaron ...

Composer takes them out to the ball game

2010-09-08T22:56:39Z

`Pastime' Composer Takes Students Out to the Ball Game to Teach Musical Lessons

Composer Richard Danielpour has always loved baseball.

Through a family friend, he met Hank Aaron when he was a boy, and later became a bat boy for the Atlanta Braves during spring training some four de...

Aaron won't reconsider Bonds decision

2010-09-08T21:48:23Z

AP: Hank Aaron Won't Reconsider Decision to Stay Away From Barry Bonds' Record-Breaker

Even if Barry Bonds is poised to break the home run record right there in Atlanta, Hank Aaron is not going.

Period.

"I will never reconsider my decision," Aaron told

Vincent to Selig: Steer clear of Bonds

2010-09-08T21:36:59Z

Fay Vincent Says Bud Selig Should Not Be in Ballpark if and When Bonds Breaks Homer Record

Fay Vincent has this advice for Bud Selig: Stay away! Vincent said the man who succeeded him as baseball commissioner should not be in the ballpark if and when Bonds hits his 756th home run to break Hank Aaron's career re...

Aaron worried over too few blacks in MLB

2010-10-22T16:08:54Z

Hank Aaron Speaks on New Role With Braves, Hopes to Increase Number of Blacks in Baseball

In his new role with the Atlanta Braves, Hank Aaron wants to increase the number of blacks in baseball by promoting the game to youngsters.

"Somehow, we lose them between the ages of 6 to 12," Aaron said Thursday. "But baseball is something that has longevity....

Selig sidesteps questions about Bonds

2010-09-08T20:24:28Z

Selig Dodges Questions About Attending Games When Barry Bonds Approaches Home Run Record

Bud Selig was willing to discuss just about everything _ other than Barry Bonds and steroids. The baseball commissioner sidestepped questions Thursday about whether he'll attend games as Bonds nears Hank Aaron's home run re...

Aaron to take increased role with Braves

2010-10-22T16:08:52Z

Hank Aaron Will Get Bigger Role With Atlanta Braves Following Team's Sale

Hank Aaron will be getting a bigger role with the Atlanta Braves following the team's sale from Time Warner Inc. to Liberty Media Corp.<...

My Baseball Appreciation List

2010-09-09T23:09:09Z

I am listing some of the achievements in baseball that I have a deep appreciation for.
This list will continue to grow as I think about this great game.

Hank Aaron - Hitting 715 Home Runs - Okay 755 Home Runs
What must it have been like to chase a legend? Babe Ruth's record of 714 lifetime homers was a record I never thought would be passed. I read and heard on television what it was like when Hank approached Babe's magic number of 714 lifetime round trippers. Hank rec...

Dodgers Brewers Baseball

2010-08-24T20:30:41Z

Hank Aaron holds a ball that he and Robin Yount signed before the first inning of a baseball game between the Milwaukee Brewers and the Los Angeles Dodgers Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2010, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Hank Aaron Museum Baseball

2010-04-14T22:31:38Z

Mobile, Ala., city councilman John Williams, center, looks on as baseball Hall of Famers Willie Mays, left, and Hank Aaron talk Wednesday, April 14, 2010, at Hank Aaron Stadium in Mobile. Mays was one of ...

Hank Aaron Museum

2010-04-14T22:31:35Z

Hank Aaron waves as he walks to the front porch of the Hank Aaron Childhood Home and Museum for dedication ceremonies at Hank Aaron Stadium on Wednesday, April 14, 2010, in Mobile, Ala. Aaron's wife, Billye, sits on the porch in the background. (AP Photo/Michelle Rolls-Thomas)

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Aaron Interview Baseball

2010-04-08T16:00:53Z

Former career home run king and Hall of Famer Hank Aaron grips his hands during an interview in New York, Thursday April 8, 2010. (AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews)

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APTOPIX Aaron Interview Baseball

2010-04-08T15:46:10Z

Former career home run king and Hall of Famer Hank Aaron listens during an interview in New York, Thursday April 8, 2010. (AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews)

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