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Henry Aaron

Milwaukee, Wisconsin
· 1975-1976
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Known as "Hammerin' Hank" for clubbing 755 career home runs, Henry Aaron retired as a Brewer, finishing in the same city in which his Major League career started. During his 23-year career, he set numerous records, including Most Home Runs, Games Played, At-Bats, Total Bases and RBI. He hit his 755th and final home run on July 20, 1976 at County Stadium. During his two-year stint in a Brewers uniform, Aaron hit 22 home runs with 95 RBI in 736 at-bats. He was selected to the A.L. All-Star Team in 1975, his 21st consecutive selection to the Midsummer Classic. During his 12 years in Milwaukee as a member of the Braves, Aaron won three Gold Gloves, two N.L. Pennants, one N.L. MVP Award and a World Series.
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