Hank Aaron makes history passing Babe Ruth for the most Homeruns all time

ByThis Day in Baseball April 8, 1974April 3, 2025

On April 8, 1974, Atlanta Braves superstar Hank Aaron makes baseball history when he breaks Babe Ruth’s career record for home runs with a blast off Al Downing of the Dodgers.

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