Today in History: April 13; Baseball Legend Hank Aaron MLB debut
Today in History: April 13.
Legendary slugger, Hank Aaron, makes his major league debut.
He and his seven siblings were born in Alabama, including Tommie Aaron, who also played in the MLB.
Unable to afford baseball equipment, he practiced by hitting bottle caps with sticks; idolizing Jackie Robinson.
In 1951, the Braves purchased his contract from Indianapolis.
In 1953, he played for the Braves minor league affiliates, and in Puerto Rico, where Mickey Owen helped him with his batting stance.
On April 13, 1954, he made his MLB debut, going hitless against the Cincinnati Reds, however by the time of his retirement, he held the majority of the leagues power-hitting records, including the Home Run record, which he held for 33 years.
Over four decades later, Hammerin’ Hank, still holds career records for the most RBIs, extra base hits, and total bases.
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