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Today in History: Hank Aaron hits first of 755 career home runs

4/23/2026

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On April 23, 1954, Hank Aaron hit his first Major League Baseball home run while playing for the Milwaukee Braves against pitcher Vic Raschi of the St. Louis Cardinals. This moment marked the beginning of Aaron's legendary career, during which he would go on to set a record of 755 home runs, a milestone that stood for 33 years.

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On April 23, 1954, Hank Aaron hit his first Major League Baseball home run while playing for the Milwaukee Braves against pitcher Vic Raschi of the St. Louis Cardinals. This moment marked the beginning of Aaron's legendary career, during which he would go on to set a record of 755 home runs, a milestone that stood for 33 years.