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American Baseball player, Passed Away On This Day

Hank Aaron, the legendary American baseball player, passed away on January 22, 2021, at the age of 86. His death was attributed to natural causes, according to the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s office in Georgia.

In the days leading up to his death, there were false claims circulating online that Aaron’s death was related to his COVID-19 vaccination. However, these claims were thoroughly debunked by medical experts and the Fulton County Medical Examiner’s office.

Hank Aaron was a legendary American baseball player who rose from humble beginnings to become one of the greatest hitters in Major League Baseball history.

Early Life

Born Henry Louis Aaron on February 5, 1934, in Mobile, Alabama, Aaron grew up in a poor African American community called “Down the Bay.” He was the third of eight children to Estella and Herbert Aaron.

Career

Aaron’s baseball career spanned 23 seasons, mostly with the Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves. He began in the Negro Leagues, playing for the Indianapolis Clowns in 1952. Aaron’s impressive skills earned him a contract with the Boston Braves, and he made his Major League debut in 1954.

Achievements

Aaron’s numerous records and accolades include:

  • 755 career home runs (held the record from 1974 to 2007)
  • 3,771 career hits
  • 2,297 career RBIs
  • 25 All-Star Game appearances
  • 2 National League MVP awards
  • Elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1982
  • MLB’s Hank Aaron Award, established in 1999 to honor the top hitter in each league

Aaron’s legacy extends beyond his impressive baseball statistics. He was a trailblazer for civil rights, facing intense racism throughout his career. Aaron’s perseverance and determination have inspired generations of baseball fans and player.

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