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“I would like people not to think in terms of the 755 home runs I hit but think in terms of what I've accomplished off the field and some of the things I stood for.”

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Hank Aaron
Hank Aaron

Hank Aaron is an American professional baseball player born on February 5, 1934. He served as an outfielder in Major League Baseball, known for his exceptional hitting skills and for breaking the record of 714 home runs previously held by Barry Bonds. more

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